Angels Make Roster Decision on Former No. 8 Overall Pick on Thursday

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Toran Flores | Last updated Jun 12, 2025 11:06 PM ET

The Los Angeles Angels will look to continue their winning streak after sweeping the Athletics in a three-game series to begin the week as they travel to Baltimore to take on the Orioles on Friday.

The Los Angeles Angels will be looking to add a boost to their offense following the call-up of second baseman Christian Moore, the eighth overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft out of the University of Tennessee.

Moore had a dominant junior season while at Tennessee, hitting 34 home runs and leading the nation in hits with 111. He helped lead the Volunteers to a national championship in 2024.

After playing in 34 games in Double-A and 20 in Triple-A this season, the Angels have seen enough from the 22-year-old second baseman and have decided to bring in Moore to make his MLB debut.

Moore was struggling to begin the 2025 season, having a .234 BA, a .342 OBP, and a .323 SLG, but he was called up to Triple-A on May 20 and it seemed to boost his confidence.

In 20 game with the Angels' Triple-A affiliate, the Salt Lake Bees, Moore has been nothing less than dominant, having a .350 BA, .424 OBP, .575 SLG and a .999 OPS while hitting four home runs and 18 RBI.

Moore also has the ability to play multiple positions, as he's gained some experience at third base in the minors.

He will look to join the Los Angeles Angels in their three-game series against the Baltimore Orioles on Friday night.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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