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Dodgers vs. Angels Game 3: Preview & Starting Pitchers – May 17

Dodgers vs. Angels: The Los Angeles Dodgers take on the Los Angeles Angels in the final encounter of the Freeway Series on Sunday afternoon. The Dodgers will aim for a sweep over the Angels after their 15-2 blowout victory on Saturday night.

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Grayson Rodriguez to make first start for Angels vs. Dodgers

Grayson Rodriguez is scheduled to make his first start for the Los Angeles Angels as they hope to avoid a three-game sweep at the hands of the Dodgers on Sunday in Anaheim, Calif.

MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / May 17

Angels vs. Dodgers: How the Freeway Series Blowout Exposes a Wide Talent Gap

In rivalry games when there is a large gap in talent fans will say "throw the records out the window" and hope for some magic to happen. And generally the Freeway Series has been a close and competitive series even as the teams had their ups and downs.

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The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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Los Angeles Angels News / Field Level Media / May 16

Angels select OF Jose Siri, option Bryce Teodosio

The Los Angeles Angels selected the contract of outfielder Jose Siri on Saturday prior to the team's home game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. In corresponding transactions, outfielder Bryce Teodosio was optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake and right-handed reliever Ben Joyce was transferred to the 60-day injured list.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 16

Angels Select Jose Siri, Transfer Ben Joyce To 60-Day IL

The Angels are selecting the contract of outfielder Jose Siri, per a team announcement. Reliever Ben Joyce is being transferred to the 60-day injured list to clear space on the 40-man roster.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 16

Angels To Activate Grayson Rodriguez On Sunday

The Angels announced Grayson Rodriguez as their scheduled starter for Sunday’s game with the Dodgers, meaning that Anaheim will officially activate the

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / May 16

Freeway Series Television Ratings and Attendance Explode as Crosstown Rivalry Boosts LA Teams

Any fan of the Angels or Dodgers can attest the Freeway Series is a special match up. Mixed fan groups pack the stadiums and tune into the local broadcasts.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / May 16

Dodgers vs. Angels Game 2: Preview & Starting Pitchers – May 16

Dodgers vs. Angels Game 2 feels way more heated than a random May matchup. The Dodgers rolled through Game 1 with a shutout win, while the Angels are sitting there trying to stop this series from turning into another frustrating weekend spiral.

MLB News / Angels Nation / May 17

Dodgers Use Three Homers And Bullpen Dominance To Shut Out Angels

The Los Angeles Dodgers opened the latest Freeway Series with a 6-0 win over the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night. Andy Pages led the offense with a three-run home run, while eight Dodgers pitchers combined for a two-hit shutout in a game that highlighted the growing contrast between the two clubs.

Jose Soriano News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / May 16

José Soriano Has Dominated the Dodgers Before — Can He Do It Again?

Jose Soriano is on the hill tonight hoping to get the Angels a win. The last time he faced the crosstown rivals he was brilliant. He will need to have a good performance tonight if the Angels are going to have a shot at unseating the defending champions.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Los Angeles Angels News / Field Level Media / May 15

Angels activate C Logan O’Hoppe; RHP Grayson Rodriguez to pitch Sunday

Los Angeles Angels catcher Logan O'Hoppe was activated from the 10-day injured list prior to Friday night's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Anaheim.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15

Pitcher set to make Angels debut during Dodgers series

The Los Angeles Angels are set to begin a three-game series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night. The Angels are set to get reinforcements during the series.

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Shohei Ohtani News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / May 15

Angels Fans Should Not Be Angry At Shohei Ohtani For Making the Right Decision

When the most recognizable baseball player steps into the batter's box in Anaheim tonight he will hear a smattering of boos but should not. Fan sentiment can be fickle, but to boo Ohtani is to show a complete lack of understanding of the Angels organization and Ohtani's drive to win.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / May 15

Dodgers vs. Angels Game 1: Preview & Starting Pitchers – May 15

Dodgers vs. Angels: The Los Angeles Dodgers have a three-game rivalry series coming up this weekend against their neighbors, the Los Angeles Angels. Game 1 will take place on Friday night at Angel Stadium.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / May 14

Why Angels Games Have Started to Feel the Exact Same Lately

It is more than just the losses, it is the inevitability and predictability of the games that give the deja vu feeling to Angels fans. A year after leading Major League Baseball in strikeouts, the Angels are at it again and the offense is failing.

MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / May 15

Angels vs. Dodgers 2026: Preview, Schedule, Predictions

The first installment of the Freeway Series is Friday night in Anaheim. Last year the Angels went 6 and 0 against the Dodgers, who had the last laugh by winning their second consecutive World Series title.

Mike Trout News / Athlon Sports / May 14

Insider Pours Cold Water on Mike Trout Trade Rumors

One of the greatest baseball players to ever live is back healthy and is again performing like one of the league's premier outfielders. Through 43 games, 34-year-old Mike Trout has 11 home runs with a .914 OPS and has already surpassed his 2025 total in fWAR with 2.0.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 13

Angels place Drew Pomeranz on 15-day IL due to left elbow inflammation

The Angels placed left-hander Drew Pomeranz on the 15-day injured list today due to left elbow inflammation. Right-hander Ryan Johnson was reinstated from the IL in a corresponding move.

Drew Pomeranz News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 13

Angels make Drew Pomeranz injury move on Wednesday

The Los Angeles Angels were forced to make some changes on the roster right before the start of Wednesday’s contest against the Cleveland Guardians. Left-handed pitcher Drew Pomeranz will be spending at least 15 days away from the team after being placed on the 15-day IL.

Jo Adell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 12

Angels outfielder Jo Adell makes wild HR robbery vs. Guardians for 5th of the season

The Los Angeles Angels witnessed another spectacular defensive play from Jo Adell on Tuesday night during their matchup against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field.

Jose Soriano News / Athlon Sports / May 11

José Soriano Is the Best Pitcher in Baseball — and His Statcast Profile Says It's Real

Seemingly out of nowhere, Jose Soriano is the best pitcher in baseball. His Statcast profile says it’s real. We’ll dig in to explain how he’s doing it and what you should do if you have him or want him on your teams.

Mike Trout News / Viral Sports News / May 11

Angels’ Mike Trout Connected to Potential Trade to NL Contender

The San Diego Padres continue to draw attention in the rumor mill as they pursue high-profile talent through potential trades. For several seasons now, the team’s leadership has pursued an ambitious strategy of acquiring top performers, all with the ultimate aim of delivering a World Series championship to Southern California.