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Nick Madrigal Elects Free Agency

The Angels announced that infielder Nick Madrigal cleared waivers and was sent outright to Triple-A Salt Lake. He has enough service time to have the right to elect free agency and has exercised that right.

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Can the Los Angeles Angels Contend by 2027? Part One the Roster

Fans of losing teams often say "wait 'til next year" but in the Angels case could that be more than just a hopeful refrain? The Angels are riding the Major's longest current streak without reaching the playoffs but there could be something brewing in Anaheim.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 24

Error in extras dooms Orioles against Angels

Logan O'Hoppe drove in Nolan Schanuel from third on a check-swing bouncer up the third base line with two outs in the bottom of the 10th as the Los Angeles Angels rallied for a 7-6 victory over the Baltimore Orioles in the rubber game of their three-game series on Wednesday afternoon in Anaheim, Calif.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / June 24

Pitcher Shares Brutal Takedown of Angels in New Survey

The Angels' lack of investment in their player development department is nothing new. In a 2022 interview, a former Angels executive told the Southern

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The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers in the MLB Live-Ball Era (since 1920) to strike out at least 180 batters in their first 30 starts can you name in six minutes?

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Los Angeles Angels News / The Lead / June 24

Wade Meckler and Jose Siri Are Bringing Life Back to the Angels

The Angels are 32-47 as of June 21. Even though they are still 15 games under .500, there are some bright spots to note. Those bright spots? Wade Meckler and Jose Siri.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / June 24

Three starting pitchers the Cubs should target ahead of the deadline

The Cubs need pitching help as they look to make a postseason push. Here are three players the club could target.

Three potential landing spots for Marlins' Sandy Alcantara

The 'MLB K-leaders since 1995' quiz

Ryan Johnson News / Field Level Media / June 24

Ryan Johnson, Angels shut down Orioles

Ryan Johnson allowed one hit over six shutout innings and Nolan Schanuel hit a home run to lead the Los Angeles Angels to a 5-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday night in Anaheim, Calif.

Mike Trout News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 23

Encouraging Angels’ Mike Trout injury update comes with a catch

A hamstring injury forced Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout to the injured list. Now, the franchise is patiently waiting for their star to make his return.

Jo Adell News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / June 23

Why Trading Jo Adell to Cleveland Makes Perfect Sense for the Angels

As the Angels navigate yet another losing season and search for brighter days ahead, the team faces a major decision on the future of Jo Adell. At his best, Adell flashes power at the plate and athleticism in the field and looks like a future building block.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / June 23

Why the Angels Shouldn't Panic After Dropping Game 1

The Angels found themselves in a familiar position after dropping the series opener against the Orioles. Just days earlier, they lost the first game of a four game set against the Athletics before responding to split the series and keep their recent stretch of solid baseball intact.

Trey Mancini News / Field Level Media / June 22

Trey Mancini elects free agency after stint with Angels

Veteran first baseman/outfielder Trey Mancini elected free agency on Monday after the Los Angeles Angels designated him for assignment last week. Mancini passed through waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Salt Lake, where he began his season, but declined the assignment in favor of free agency.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Reid Detmers News / Yardbarker / June 22

Angels' Reid Detmers having better season than you would think

Based on the surface stats, Los Angeles Angels pitcher Reid Detmers is having a solid season.

Bryce Harper explains adjustment before hitting for cycle

Bryce Harper is ‘chasing the ghost of himself’

Should Mike Trout compete in the Home Run Derby this year?

Reds get positive news on Elly De La Cruz’s status

The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz

Trey Mancini News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 22

Angels Outright Trey Mancini

First baseman Trey Mancini passed through waivers unclaimed after being designated for assignment by the Angels, per the MLB.com transaction log. He was assigned outright to Triple-A Salt Lake.

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Los Angeles Angels News / Just Baseball / June 22

The Angels Must Trade Two Key Pieces Now, So They Won’t

The 2023 MLB trade deadline was filled with trade hype for Los Angeles Angels superstar, Shohei Ohtani. He was in his final year of club control and had already made three American League All-Star appearances.

Mike Trout News / Yardbarker / June 22

Should Mike Trout compete in the Home Run Derby this year?

As we get closer to this year's MLB All-Star Game and the Home Run Derby, which will take place in Philadelphia on July 13-14, the question of whether Trout will make his Derby debut remains.

Orioles eager to continue power display in opener vs. Angels

Zach Neto's 9th-inning homer lifts Angels past Athletics

More injury issues for Angels' Mike Trout as he ends up on IL

The 'MLB active HR leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Angels News / Athlon Sports / June 21

Angels Intend to Keep Top Trade Chips at Deadline

This is a shocking development for the lowly Los Angeles Angels, who are in last place in the American League West once again at 31-47 (worst record in AL).

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / June 21

Angels Trade Big Board: Top Assets and Rumors Ahead of the Deadline June 21st Edition

With each passing day the Angels fall further out of the playoff hunt and draw closer to the trade deadline. The fact the team is in the AL West cellar while having two really nice pitching trade chips is a bit of an anomaly.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 21

Angels prospect accomplishes wild feat not seen since 2005

Los Angeles Angels prospect Juan Cespedes put on a dazzling display of speed Saturday, stealing eight bases in the Dominican Summer League Angels’ 9-1 win at the Angels DR Complex.

Los Angeles Angels News / Larry Brown Sports / June 21

17-year-old Angels prospect steals 8 bases in a single game

The Los Angeles Angels are once again the Bad News Bears of Major League Baseball, but salvation might only be a few short years away. Juan Cespedes, a 17-year-old prospect in the Angels organization, made headlines on Saturday with a generational feat on the basepaths.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 18

Angels Announce Seven Roster Moves

The Angels announced seven roster moves before tonight’s series opener in West Sacramento. MLBTR already covered the most notable, with Mike Trout heading to the injured list due to a right hamstring strain and Christian Moore being recalled from Triple-A.