-
Follow Us
On Facebook
On Flipboard
On Twitter
Free Newsletters
On YouTubeKirby Yates News / Field Level Media / January 6
Angels sign RHP Kirby Yates to one-year, $5M deal
The Los Angeles Angels signed veteran right-handed reliever Kirby Yates to a one-year contract worth $5 million on Tuesday. Yates, 38, does not have to leave Los Angeles for his next job after spending 2025 with the Dodgers.
Willi Castro News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 6
Angels Should Bring In Willi Castro
The Angels roster is severely lacking in depth. With pitchers and catchers reporting in just over six weeks there are serious holes at second base, third base, and in the outfield.
Kirby Yates News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 6
Angels Sign Kirby Yates
January 6: Los Angeles officially announced the signing on Tuesday evening. Their 40-man roster count climbs to 38. December 30: The Angels have reportedly agreed to a one-year, $5MM contract with free agent reliever Kirby Yates.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Mike Trout News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 6
Former All-Star has ‘high hopes’ for Mike Trout’s 2026 despite injury history
It was a disappointing year for the Los Angeles Angels as they didn’t make the playoffs. Meanwhile, they are making the usual moves during this offseason, but it appears their slugger, Mike Trout, is off limits for a trade.
The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025
When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.
MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 6
Harrison Bader Fits Perfectly on the Angels
Center field is an area of the club GM Perry Minasian has stated he is looking to improve. In looking at the Angels depth chart, that will likely require a free agent signing.
Jo Adell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 6
Angels’ Jo Adell reveals what led to his breakout 37-home run 2025 season
The Los Angeles Angels had a frustrating 2025 season, but one of their players didn’t. Angels outfielder Jo Adell had a breakout year offensively, hitting 37 home runs.
Mike Trout News / Athlon Sports / January 5
Angels' Mike Trout Makes Announcement on Monday
Center fielder Mike Trout wrapped up his 15th season with the Los Angeles Angels in September. The 33-year-old veteran endured a down year at the plate for his standards, finishing with a .232 batting average, .359 on-base percentage, .797 OPS, 26 home runs and 64 RBIs across 130 games.
Mike Trout News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 5
Is Mike Trout Going To Play Outfield in 2026?
Franchise icon Mike Trout was once one of the greatest center fielders in the game. Highlight reel catches were the norm with Trout on the grass and his sheer athleticism in the field made his MVP level offensive numbers all the more incredible.
Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 4
Angels Sign Donovan Walton To Minors Deal
The Angels signed infielder Donovan Walton to a minor league contract last month, according to Walton’s MLB.com profile page. Walton has been outrighted off 40-man rosters multiple times in his career, so he was eligible to elect minor league free agency and depart the Phillies organization once the season was over.
Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 3
Angels Miss Out on Okamoto, Who Might Play Third Base?
Third base has been a hole in the Angels lineup for several years. Last year the team took a low cost flier on former top prospect Yoan Moncada and rotated a cast of players through the hot corner as Moncada missed extensive time due to injury.
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.
Kirby Yates News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 3
Kirby Yates Could Be a Major Weapon For the Angels
In 2024 newly signed Angels reliever Kirby Yates put up video game quality numbers while pitching for the Texas Rangers. His pitching coach at the time was Mike Maddux, who the Angels hired in the same capacity this off season.
Vaughn Grissom News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 3
Vaughn Grissom Brings Upside and Question Marks to the Angels
If at the end of the 2023 season Angels fans were told they would have all three of Grayson Rodriguez, Alek Manoah, and Vaughn Grissom on the team in two years there would have been rejoicing throughout the land.
Arte Moreno News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 2
Is Arte Moreno Poised To Sell The Angels?
Following the 2022 season Angels owner Arte Moreno announced he was was looking to sell the team. Speculation about offers and new ownership swirled around the franchise for over a year until Moreno announced in early 2024 he was keeping the team.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 31
Angels eyeing Nolan Arenado trade in wake of Anthony Rendon restructure
Despite the falloff at the plate, Arenado remains an above-average fielder and a solid contact hitter.
Anthony Rendon News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 31
1 third baseman Angels must trade for after Anthony Rendon contract buyout
The Anthony Rendon era in Anaheim is officially over, and for the Los Angeles Angels, that means one thing — it’s time to fix third base once and for all.
Kirby Yates News / ESPN / December 30
Source: Angels, P Yates agree on one-year deal 
The Angels and veteran reliever Kirby Yates, 38, have agreed on a one-year deal, a source confirmed to ESPN
Anthony Rendon News / Field Level Media / December 30
Report: Angels sever ties with oft-injured 3B Anthony Rendon
The Los Angeles Angels bought out the contract of third baseman Anthony Rendon, The Athletic reported Tuesday, restructuring the final season of a seven-year, $245-million free-agent deal signed before the 2020 season.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 30
Angels agree to deal with Kirby Yates after Anthony Rendon contract restructure
The Los Angeles Angels and two-time All-Star relief pitcher Kirby Yates are reportedly in agreement on a one-year contract, per Ari Alexander of 7News Boston WHDH.
Anthony Rendon News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 31
Anthony Rendon restructure will finally end Los Angeles' $245M mistake
It’s easy to forget, but Rendon’s Angels tenure started out quite well.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 28
Market for NPB infielder Kazuma Okamoto heating up
The posting window for Japanese infielder Kazuma Okamoto is set to close at 5:00 PM on January 4. His market is starting to heat up as the deadline approaches.
Tyler Skaggs News / Field Level Media / December 19
Angels settle wrongful death lawsuit with Tyler Skaggs’ family
More than six years after the overdose death of pitcher Tyler Skaggs, the Los Angeles Angels reached a settlement Friday of the wrongful death lawsuit brought against them by his family.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 18
Why the Angels don't make sense as a Nolan Arenado landing spot
The St. Louis Cardinals are rebuilding this offseason with Chaim Bloom in charge. And their top priority has been finding a new spot for Nolan Arenado.
Mike Trout News / Yardbarker / December 18
Angels' possible plan for Mike Trout isn't the answer
The Los Angeles Angels attempted to transition outfielder Mike Trout to right field in 2025 in an attempt to keep him healthy for a full season.
Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / December 22
Angels Agree To One-Year Deals With Drew Pomeranz & Jordan Romano
The Los Angeles Angels agreed to terms on one-year contracts with relievers Drew Pomeranz and Jordan Romano on Tuesday, the team announced. Pomeranz, 37, becomes one of two left-handed relievers currently slated to begin the season on the Major League roster, joining Brock Burke.
Los Angeles Angels News / Total Apex Entertainment / December 9
School Spirits Season Three: Everything We Know (So Far), First Look, Release Date
Another teen supernatural drama is clawing its way back from the great beyond, and honestly, we’re not mad about it. School Spirits, the Paramount+ series that managed to hook us with its surprisingly dark high school purgatory, is officially gearing up for its third season.
Breaking News
Trending News
Customize Your Newsletter
+
Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!
MY ACCOUNT SUBSCRIBE ADVERTISE JOBS FAQ
PRIVACY POLICY EDITORIAL POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
PRIVACY POLICY EDITORIAL POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
Copyright 2026 YB Media, LLC.
All rights reserved.
Use of this website (including any and all parts and
components) constitutes your acceptance of these
Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.
Use of this website (including any and all parts and
components) constitutes your acceptance of these
Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.