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Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 28

Angels Beat Writer Jeff Fletcher Talks with Angels On SI

Jeff Fletcher has covered the Angels for the OC Register since the 2013 season. Following in the long tradition of beat writers at local publications, Jeff covers the team on a daily basis and is a great follow for anybody looking for Angels news.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 28

Angels Claim Kaleb Ort, Designate Wade Meckler

The Angels claimed righty Kaleb Ort off waivers from the Yankees, who had previously designated him for assignment, per announcements from both clubs. Outfielder Wade Meckler was designated for assignment in a corresponding move, the Angels announced.

Los Angeles Angels News / Just Baseball / January 28

The Los Angeles Angels have finally changed their ways

Throughout the past few years, there has been a running joke, backed by reality, that the Los Angeles Angels would sign or trade for a player that didn’t make any sense.

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Trey Mancini News / Larry Brown Sports / January 27

Angels taking chance on former 35-HR hitter

The Los Angeles Angels are hoping a former slugger can regain his form in Anaheim. The Angels on Monday agreed to sign Trey Mancini to a contract. According to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, Mancini is joining the team on a minor-league deal.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 26

Trey Mancini continues comeback attempt with Angels

First baseman/outfielder Trey Mancini has not appeared in the majors since 2023. That does not mean he is ready to call it a career.

Giants add Gold Glove defense in center with Harrison Bader agreement

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Hector Neris News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 26

Royals, Hector Neris Agree To Minor League Deal

The Royals are in agreement with veteran righty Héctor Neris on a minor league contract, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. The Octagon client gets a non-roster invite to MLB camp.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 26

The 2026 MLB Pipeline Rankings are Another Indictment of the Angels Farm

Since the departure of Eddie Bane in 2010, the Angels farm system has consistently ranked at or near the bottom in all of baseball. A succession of front offices with undersized scouting and development teams have produced the same underwhelming results.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 26

Trey Mancini, Angels Agree To Minor League Deal

The Angels have agreed to a minor league contract with first baseman/outfielder Trey Mancini, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Presumably, the Frontline client will be in big league camp as a non-roster invitee next month.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 26

Bargain Bin Players the Who Might Help the Angels

The theme for this off season is one year, low cost deals. Yoan Moncada got one. Alek Manoah got one. Three guys in the bullpen got one. The only thing nobody has received is a multi year deal.

Tayron Guerrero News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 23

Red Sox Sign Tayron Guerrero To Minor League Deal

The Red Sox announced the signing of reliever Tayron Guerrero to a minor league deal with an invite to MLB camp. Andrew Parker of Sox Prospects first reported the agreement earlier this month.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Yoan Moncada News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 22

Angels Sign Yoan Moncada - What is Next?

Angels General Manager Perry Minasian brought back third baseman Yoan Moncada on a 1 year $4 million deal yesterday. Third base was an obvious black hole for the club heading into the off season but that has been patched over for 2026.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 22

Yoan Moncada lands new contract with Angels

The Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday reached an agreement to bring back third baseman Yoan Moncada on a one-year contract worth $4 million, pending a physical.

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Los Angeles Angels News / New Baseball Media / January 22

2026 Transactions: Mets Sign Garcia, Angels Bring Back Moncada

This winter, the Mets have rebuilt their bullpen, drained thanks to free agent defections & injuries, by bringing in Devin Williams and Luke Weaver.

Yoan Moncada News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 21

Angels to re-sign Yoan Moncada

Moncada is back for a second season with the Halos.

Yankees, Cody Bellinger standoff comes to a close with five-year agreement

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Chris Cortez News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 21

Angels Prospect Chris Cortez Talks with Angels On SI

Chris Cortez is one of the most interesting Angels prospects. He might be a starter. He might be a reliever. But no matter which role he takes on, he will bring serious heat and attack hitters one at a time.

Los Angeles Angels News / Athlon Sports / January 21

Angels' Mike Trout Makes Off-Field Announcement Amid MLB Offseason

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout has had a career to remember in Major League Baseball thus far. Across 15 years in the big leagues, Trout has a batting average of .294 with an unbelievable .976 OPS, 404 home runs and 1,018 RBIs.

MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 20

Spring Training Planning Guide - Tempe Diablo Stadium

As the calendar prepares to flip to February and players start packing their bags for Arizona, let's take a look at the home ballpark of the Angels. As the calendar inches closer to Cactus League play, I will add reviews and tips on each of the ballparks in the Phoenix area.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 20

Angels Future Payroll Tracker - Huge Drops In Payroll Are Coming

Last week we examined the Angels 2026 payroll and determined it is about $80 million less than it was in 2025. The days of Arte being flush with local TV money and spending big on long term deals appear to be in the rear view mirror.

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

Do The Angels Have A Direction?

Major League Baseball in the modern era is a lot like Texas Hold 'Em. Players are either all in or unapolgetically sitting on the sidelines until they have a stronger hand.