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Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 3

Angels Pegged as Top Landing Spot for All-Star Batting Champion in Free Agency

The Los Angeles Angels have several holes to address in their lineup this offseason, and MLB.com's Mark Feinsand believes they could make a move on All-Star and three-time batting champion Luis Arraez.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 3

Angels Tabbed as Best Fit for Projected $92 Million All-Star Third Baseman

There's no secret the Los Angeles Angels need to add more thump to their lineup. The Jorge Soler experiment did not pan out. Taylor Ward could be on his way out, Logan O'Hoppe regressed badly, Mike Trout still remains injury-prone, and the lack of a true run-producing threat in the heart of the order has to be solved one way or another.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 2

Angels Targeting 4 Key Position Upgrades This Offseason, Says Insider

Los Angeles Angels insider Rhett Bollinger revealed the Halos are looking to improve upon four specific areas on their roster in the upcoming offseason.

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MLB News / Last Word On Sports / November 1

Angels Hire Former Rangers Pitching Coach to Same Position

News broke on Friday that the Los Angeles Angels have agreed to a one-year deal to bring in former Texas Rangers pitching coach Mike Maddux for the same position.

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Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / October 31

Angels Poach Pitching Coach From AL West Rival in Splash Move

The Los Angeles Angels made their first big addition to the coaching staff following the appointment of Kurt Suzuki as manager, bringing in pitching coach Mike Maddux from the Texas Rangers.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 31

Writer questions Angels’ desire to win in lengthy rant

It was the same story after another year as the Los Angeles Angels missed the playoffs for the 10th straight season. The Angels struggled again, despite the prescience of Mike Trout, as the entire team was unable to win games consistently.

Albert Pujols News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / October 30

Former Angels Communications Director Scathes 'Ego First' Albert Pujols

The Angels interviewed future Hall of Fame slugger Albert Pujols for their managerial vacancy earlier this month. The job ultimately went to Kurt Suzuki, but Pujols walked away undeterred.

Kyle Hendricks News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / October 29

Angels Veteran Pitcher Addresses Possible Retirement

Despite a litany of news sources reporting his intentions to retire, Angels starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks has not made public his decision to either retire or return for his 13th season in the major leagues.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / October 29

Angels GM Takes Clear Stance on Logan O'Hoppe's Future With Team

Los Angeles Angels catcher Logan O'Hoppe had a frustrating season. Despite 19 home runs, one shy of tying last season's mark, he was batting .213 with a .629 OPS.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / October 28

Angels Predicted to Show Interest in All-Star Pitcher in Blockbuster Trade

The Los Angeles Angels seem to operate at somewhat of an in-between level when it comes to being competitive. Some of their signings recently have indicated a willingness to push for a playoff spot — though other actions seem to contradict those perceptions.

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Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / October 28

Angels Linked to 3.41-ERA All-Star Starting Pitcher in Free Agency

The Los Angeles Angels are in the market for starting pitchers this offseason, and MLB insider Mark Feinsand believes they could bring back Lucas Giolito to fill one of the holes in their rotation.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / October 27

Angels Lose 2 More Pitchers to Free Agency

Los Angeles Angels right-handed pitchers Carson Fulmer and Connor Brogdon both elected free agency after clearing waivers following the 2025 season. With the pair of right-handers leaving, the Angels' bullpen has become even more shorthanded ahead of the 2026 campaign.

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MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / October 26

Angels Named Best Trade Fit for All-Star Slugger From Phillies

The Athletic's Jim Bowden listed Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm as a prime trade target for the Los Angeles Angels in the upcoming offseason.

Logan O'Hoppe News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / October 26

Angels' Rising Star Played With Fear He Was Going to Get Sent Down to Minor Leagues

Los Angeles Angels catcher Logan O'Hoppe had a rough second half of the 2025 season, and revealed he was worried about being sent to Triple-A Salt Lake during his slump.

Kurt Suzuki News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 23

Angels to make significant changes to coaching staff

Manager Kurt Suzuki won’t be the only fresh face in the Angels’ dugout next season. Sam Blum of The Athletic reports that Los Angeles is expected to have an almost entirely new coaching staff in 2026.

Mike Trout News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 23

Angels rumors: LA may trade outfielder, and it’s not Mike Trout

The Los Angeles Angels did not have the season they wanted, finishing last in the AL West with a 72-90 record. Going into the offseason, there’s a good chance that they could make some moves as they try to reset their roster.

Sammy Peralta News / New Baseball Media / October 23

2025 Transactions: Angels Outright 4 off 40-Man, Peralta to Brewers

It’s been a busy week for the Angels. Los Angeles hired Kurt Suzuki as manager, and the Angels also cleared space on their 40-man roster before November.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 22

Angels outright Carter Kieboom, Logan Davidson from roster

This was the first career outright for Davidson, who therefore had no choice but to accept the assignment. Kieboom, however, was outrighted by the Nationals in March 2024. So, he had the right to reject the assignment in favor of free agency, a right he quickly exercised.

Kurt Suzuki News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22

Angels gave their new manager a very strange contract

The Los Angeles Angels hired Kurt Suzuki as their new manager, but one of the terms of Suzuki’s new contract sticks out in an unusual way. Sam Blum of The Athletic reported Wednesday that Suzuki only agreed to a 1-year contract with the Angels.

Mike Trout News / Field Level Media / October 22

Mike Trout testifies he confronted Erik Kay about possible drug use

Los Angeles Angels star outfielder Mike Trout, testifying on Tuesday in the civil trial brought by the family of late pitcher Tyler Skaggs, accusing the club of wrongful death, said he knew that then-team communications director Eric Kay had a drug problem.

Kurt Suzuki News / Yardbarker / October 22

Angels make decision on their manager for 2026

Los Angeles has decided on one of its former players to take the reins.

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Albert Pujols News / Larry Brown Sports / October 20

Albert Pujols is reportedly no longer a candidate for the Angels job

Albert Pujols had been viewed for weeks as the favorite to become the next manager of the Los Angeles Angels, but he is reportedly no longer in consideration for the job.

Albert Pujols News / Yardbarker / October 17