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In 2018, 'Vegas Dave' Oancea paid $400,000 for a Mike Trout rookie card on eBay; two years later, Goldin Auctions sold it for a record $3.93 million

A rare baseball collectible became one of the most expensive sports cards ever sold after a bidding war in August 2020. The card belonged to Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout, and its remarkable value reflected both its rarity and his growing reputation as one of baseball’s greatest players.

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Halos Notebook: Why Solving the Backup Catcher Position is the Angels’ Most Under Rated Winter Task

The Angels are trying to accomplish two tasks that often conflict with each other. On the one hand, they are entering a full rebuild as evidenced by trading multiple starters for prospects at the trade deadline last season.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 8

LA Angels Rumors: 2 Multi-Position Non-Tender Bargains to Solve The Angels Roster Puzzle

A team that loses 100 games has a multitude of roster holes. Yes, the Angels have some payroll flexibility this off season but they also have far more holes than likely funds to fix them.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 8

Why Matt Kleine Is the Perfect Blueprint to Lead the Angels' New Era

The Los Angeles Angels are entering the most critical offseason in franchise history. With Stan Kroenke taking ownership and the organization moving on from decades of misdirection, the franchise finally has the financial resources and blank canvas required to construct a perennial contender.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

The 'NLCS MVPs' quiz

The 'Last MVP by MLB team 'quiz

The 'Platinum Glove winners since 2011' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 9

Top five most likely trade candidates during the MLB offseason

The trade market could be active due to a relatively weak free-agent class. Let's take a look at the five players who are most likely to be traded.

Brewers just won their first World Series, but now the hard part begins

Why a reunion with the Padres could be on the table for Nick Martinez

Report: Aaron Judge had issues with Jazz Chisholm in 2026

'Multiple teams' reportedly showing interest in Ty France

Max Scherzer shares offseason plans

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

Los Angeles Angels News / New Baseball Media / November 7

What the Angels Should Target in the 2026-27 Offseason

It was another tough campaign in 2026 for the Los Angeles Angels, a club that made repeated efforts to add pieces via trades and free agency to try to stay afloat in the AL West.

Luis Robert News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 7

LA Angels Rumors: Why Signing Luis Robert Jr. for Center Field is a Trap the Halos Must Avoid

The Angels are officially entering a new era in the outfield. With Mike Trout publicly acknowledging a willingness to move off center field to preserve his health and shift to left field, the front office faces a massive vacancy at one of the diamond's most premium defensive positions.

Luis Arraez News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 6

Why Signing Luis Arraez Is the Perfect Offseason Move for the Los Angeles Angels

The Angels are entering a pivotal offseason with more than $50 million in financial flexibility. General manager John Mozeliak has a rare opportunity to reshape a roster that has long starved for major league depth and on base skills.

Zach Neto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 6

Angels rumors: Potential Zach Neto trade update will catch shortstop-needing teams’ attention

A new era beckons for the Los Angeles Angels. After 23 years, Arte Moreno finally decided to give up ownership of the franchise — selling it to Kroenke Sports & Entertainment for a reported $4 billion figure.

Perry Minasian News / Larry Brown Sports / November 6

Braves make polarizing offseason move with reported Perry Minasian hiring

The Atlanta Braves are welcoming back a familiar face.

Ranking the Atlanta Braves top trade chips entering the offseason

Baseball America announces top 10 prospects in Braves system

The 'National League Rookies of the Year' quiz

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 5

Two Angels Named Silver Slugger Award Finalists

Zach Neto and Mike Trout were recognized for their outstanding accomplishments at the plate for the Angels on Thursday, when each was nominated for a Silver Slugger Award at their position.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / November 5

How the Angels Can Completely Rebuild Their Bullpen for $20 Million

The Los Angeles Angels entered the offseason with a clear and undeniable mandate: fix the bullpen. For years, late-inning collapses have undermined starting pitching gems and wasted offensive momentum.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 4

Albert Pujols to interview for Astros manager job

Albert Pujols wants to be a Major League Baseball manager, and one of his former teammates is going to give him a chance at the job. Pujols is reportedly

Mariners go in unexpected direction for their new manager

Pat Murphy comes clean about his vulgar shot at the Yankees

Elly De La Cruz is being linked to one team in trade rumors

New favorite emerges in Tarik Skubal sweepstakes

Ketel Marte is being linked to one team in trade rumors

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Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 4

Angels Yet To Begin Interviewing GM Candidates While Awaiting Sale Approval

The Angels have yet to start interviewing candidates for their top position in baseball operations, interim general manager John Mozeliak tells reporters (including Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register).

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 4

John Mozeliak provides big update on Angels’ general manager search

The Los Angeles Angels’ front office will have a new look in 2027. The team has already decided to move on from manager Kurt Suzuki, while the Angels’ new ownership group, led by Stan Kronke, will also have to hire a new general manager.

Tyler Skaggs News / EssentiallySports / November 2

Ex-Angels Employee Makes Attempt to Overturn Conviction for His Role In Tyler Skaggs’ Death

Prosecution must prove that Tyler Skaggs would have been alive if he had not ingested the fentanyl distributed by Eric Kay, demanded Kay’s attorneys in their latest 75-page appeal.

Sammy Peralta News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 1

Angels Outright Sebastián Rivero; Sammy Peralta Elects Free Agency

Nov. 1: Peralta has indeed elected free agency, as announced by the club. Oct. 29: The Angels announced Thursday that left-hander Sammy Peralta and catcher Sebastián Rivero both went unclaimed on waivers and were assigned outright to Triple-A Salt Lake.

Los Angeles Angels News / Athlon Sports / October 31

In 2003, Arte Moreno paid $180 million for the Anaheim Angels; 23 years later, he agreed to sell it in a deal valuing the team at an MLB-record $4 billion

Arte Moreno bought the Anaheim Angels from the Walt Disney Company in 2003, shortly after the team captured its first World Series title. The $180 million purchase at the time made him the first Mexican-American majority owner of a major U.S.

Sammy Peralta News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 29

Angels Outright Sammy Peralta, Sebastián Rivero

The Angels announced Thursday that left-hander Sammy Peralta and catcher Sebastián Rivero both went unclaimed on waivers and were assigned outright to Triple-A Salt Lake.

Los Angeles Angels News / Viral Sports News / October 28

Former Los Angeles Angels Outfielder Has Died

The Los Angeles Angels family is remembering George Edward Thomas Jr., a versatile outfielder and utility player who helped establish the expansion franchise in its inaugural 1961 season.