Angels Notes: Pitcher to IL, Reid Detmers Sends Halos Message, Hitting Coach Wants Fewer Strikeouts

The Los Angeles Angels lost 6-1 to the Houston Astros on Saturday, leaving the series tied at one game apiece heading into Sunday's season finale.

Before the game, the Angels placed right-handed pitcher Luis Garcia on the 15-day injured list with a left oblique strain.

Los Angeles Angels hitting coach Johnny Washington wants the Halos to reduce their strikeouts.

In 2025, the Angel sacrificed batting average for slugging percentage, choosing power over contact. While this led to more home runs, there were fewer people on base because of the approach.

Finally, pitcher Reid Detmers sent a message to the organization about his preferred role moving forward, clearly expressing his desire to return to being a starter.

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