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Following Twins Start, Is Ryan Johnson For Real in the Angels' 2027 Pitching Plans?

Ryan Johnson took the mound against the Minnesota Twins today looking to cement his name into the 2027 Angels rotation. Following a hot stretch that has seen him pitch to a 1.80 ERA in five starts and 30 innings, Johnson cooled off considerably.

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Can Tyler Bremner Lead Rocket City? Angels Top Prospect Starts Game 1 of SL Finals Tonight

Angels top pitching prospect Tyler Bremner will take the mound tonight in game one of the Southern League Championship Series. The best of three series will crown the champion in a very tough AA league.

Jacob Cozart News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / September 20

Jacob Cozart Could Solve a Major Problem in the Angels' Rebuild

As the Angels continue to rebuild and evaluate which players could be part of their future, one of the biggest questions facing the organization is who will become their long term answer behind the plate.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 20

Angels, Twins playing out disappointing seasons

The Los Angeles Angels head into the home finale of their 2026 season with a chance to do something they haven't accomplished since late June -- win back-to-back home series.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz

The 'Last 3-HR game by MLB team' quiz

The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 20

Angels rally in ninth, take down Twins in 11th

Christian Moore singled in automatic runner Zach Neto with a bases-loaded comebacker off pitcher Taylor Rogers' leg with two outs in the bottom of the 11th inning as the Los Angeles Angels rallied for a 6-5 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Saturday night in Anaheim, Calif.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / September 19

Angels vs. Twins Pitching Matchup: Can Halos Force Series Edge at Angel Stadium?

The Los Angeles Angels host the Minnesota Twins tonight at Angel Stadium in the third installment of their four game series. After splitting the first two games—including a thrilling 10-inning walk-off victory for the Halos followed by a dominant bounce-back shutout from Minnesota—tonight’s matchup is a pivotal swing game.

Trey Mancini News / Field Level Media / September 19

Trey Mancini officially retires ahead of Orioles ceremony

Trey Mancini, who played six of his eight major league seasons with the Baltimore Orioles, officially retired Saturday after signing a one-day contract with his former club.

Reid Detmers News / Field Level Media / September 19

Angels' Reid Detmers aims to continue strong run vs. Twins

Los Angeles Angels left-hander Reid Detmers will try to continue a strong finish to his breakout season on Saturday night when he faces the Minnesota Twins in Anaheim, Calif.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / September 19

Should the Angels Shut Down Reid Detmers and Walbert Urena? Managing the Rotation's Innings Risk

After years of searching for good, young pitching to anchor thier rotation the Angels have finally landed two in Reid Detmers and Walbert Urena. Each have been outstanding this season and both are in peak form over the second half of the season.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 18

Mets' Juan Soto's latest HR places him among MLB legends

While the 2026 season may be one New York Mets fans plan to forget, Juan Soto has reason to remember it as a special one for his career.

Cade Cavalli reaches 200 strikeouts as Nationals rout Cardinals

Nationals to sign Cavalli to four-year contract extension

Sonny Gray reportedly could pull a shocker this offseason

Dodgers make big Edwin Diaz decision

Roman Anthony sparks offense as Red Sox stop Rays' streak

Jose Ramirez reaches 1,000 career RBI as Guardians top Athletics

MLB News / EssentiallySports / September 18

MLB Umpire Accidentally Leaves Mic On & Drops an F-Bomb in Front of the Whole Stadium

Late innings between the Los Angeles Angels and Minnesota Twins have a way of bringing Laz Diaz’s frustrations out in the open for the whole stadium to hear.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Grayson Rodriguez News / Field Level Media / September 18

Angels RHP Grayson Rodriguez hopes to end home season on high note vs. Twins

Los Angeles Angels right-hander Grayson Rodriguez has one primary goal heading into his final home start of the 2026 season on Friday night against the Minnesota Twins in Anaheim, Calif.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 18

Angels blow lead in ninth, score twice in 10th to edge Twins

Wade Meckler singled to drive in Zach Neto with the winning run in the bottom of the 10th inning as the Los Angeles Angels rallied to defeat the Minnesota Twins 5-4 on Thursday in the opener of a four-game series in Anaheim, Calif.

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The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz

The 'FBS animal nicknames' quiz

The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 17

Four managerial fits for MLB teams that could make a change

With the offseason approaching, several recognizable names could make sense for a few clubs looking for a different direction.

The 'Most 35-HR, 100-RBI seasons' quiz

Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / September 16

Ryan Johnson, Josh Lowe Lead Angels Past Mariners 2-1

Ryan Johnson delivered six strong innings, and Josh Lowe broke a tie with a sixth-inning home run as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Seattle Mariners 2-1 on Tuesday night.

Mike Trout News / Viral Sports News / September 16

Angels’ Mike Trout Makes Heartwarming Announcement

Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout went 0-for-3 with a walk on Tuesday in a 2-1 victory over the Seattle Mariners, but the more lasting news from the day came after the game.

Arjun Nimmala News / Just Baseball / September 15

Arjun Nimmala Has Found His Power Stroke

Each year during the trade deadline, teams become more and more willing to deal some of their potential “blue-chip” prospects as the deadline clock ticks down.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 11

Angels' Mike Trout ends hitting slump with first HR since August

Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout finally ended one of the longest home run droughts of his career on Friday.

Astros' Jose Altuve joins elite MLB club with hit No. 2,500

Dodgers' Mookie Betts on pace to pass MLB legends in key metric

Pete Crow-Armstrong makes Cubs, MLB history by joining 40-HR club

The 'MLB 400-HR, 200-stolen bases' quiz

Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / September 16

Reid Detmers Strikes Out Nine as Angels Beat Red Sox 6-1

Reid Detmers allowed one hit over six scoreless innings and struck out nine as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Boston Red Sox 6-1 on Tuesday night at Fenway Park.

Los Angeles Angels News / Just Baseball / September 8

Walbert Ureña Has Given the Angels a Rare Building Block

When the 2026 season got underway, who had on their bingo card that Los Angeles Angels right-hander Walbert Ureña would end up being one of the best rookie starting pitchers in baseball?

Shaun Anderson News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 5

Angels Re-Sign Shaun Anderson To Minor League Deal

The Angels have re-signed Shaun Anderson to a new minor league contract, according to the right-hander’s MLB.com profile page. Anderson makes another quick return to the organization after opting for free agency on Wednesday over an outright assignment to Triple-A.

Mike Trout News / Yardbarker / September 2