Los Angeles Angels: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Mike Trout News / Athlon Sports / March 20

Angels Receive Mike Trout News After Leaving Spring Training Game

The Los Angeles Angels are preparing for another season in which they hope their current group can finally reach the MLB playoffs. The Angels are still led by center fielder Mike Trout, who has spent the last 15 years trying to carry the organization into October but has rarely had a roster strong enough around him.

Chris Taylor News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 20

Chris Taylor Opts Out Of Angels Deal

Veteran infielder/outfielder Chris Taylor was in camp with the Angels on a minor league deal. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that Taylor has opted out of his deal and has been informed that he will not make the club.

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Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 20

Angels reassign former 35-home run hitter to minor league camp

The Los Angeles Angels are currently working on finalizing their Opening Day roster. On Friday, the team announced multiple roster moves. Among the more notable decisions was the team’s move to reassign veteran first baseman Trey Mancini to minor league camp.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

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Jose Soriano News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 20

Why Jose Soriano is the Right Choice for Opening Day

Manager Kurt Suzuki named Jose Soriano as the Opening Day starter for the Angels. Getting the start for the first game is a tremendous honor in the pitching world and most fans and writers expected Yusei Kikuchi to get the nod.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 20

Angels manager Kurt Suzuki’s Grayson Rodriguez ‘dead arm’ update will concern fans

The Los Angeles Angels are dealing with a developing concern as Opening Day approaches, with Grayson Rodriguez now at the center of attention. Kurt Suzuki offered a candid update, describing the issue as “dead arm,” a term that quickly raises questions this late in camp.

Los Angeles Angels News / Larry Brown Sports / March 19

Angels’ big offseason addition is already injured

The Los Angeles Angels are already down on their luck (again). Angels manager Kurt Suzuki revealed to reporters on Thursday that new pitcher Grayson Rodriguez is dealing with arm soreness (specifically a “dead arm”).

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

What Grayson Rodriguez's Injury Means to the Angels Rotation

When healthy, Grayson Rodriguez is a high caliber pitcher. Angels fans should expect him to be good when he's on the mound. How often he'll be on the mound is the concern.

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

What the Angels Spring Breakout Rosters Tells About the Angels Future

In an effort to showcase the future stars of Major League baseball he league created Spring Breakout games. Each Major League club will send their best prospects out to compete against another team's best prospects in games during Spring Training.

Mike Trout News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 18

It Is Way Too Early To Worry About Mike Trout Struggling Before Opening Day

Not long after I noted all the things Mike Trout is doing in camp to make us believe he is Mike Trout again his Cactus League numbers started to drop. Now facing a batting line of .219/.286/.344 and yet to hit his first home run in 2026, people are getting worried about his continued decline.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 18

Pitchers the Angels Might Add This Week

It is abundantly clear the Angels could use some depth in the rotation. Grayson Rodriguez has not yet looked the part of an MLB regular and Alek Manoah's struggles have been well documented.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 18

Who Will be the Angels Closer in 2026?

Nine days from now the Angels open the 2026 season in Houston. For the last couple of weeks the team has been stating Robert Stephenson would be ready to go against the Astros.

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Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 17

Which Angels Might Play in the 2030 World Baseball Classic?

As the baseball world gets ready to watch Team USA take on Team Venezuela for the championship of the 2026 World Baseball Classic it is only natural to wonder who might be on the rosters of the 2026 participants.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 17

Predicting the Angels Pitching Staff 2.0: The Rotation

With Alek Manoah's poor Cactus League performances and there is now an open rotation spot up for grabs. The good news is that several pitchers have made strong arguments to make the team this week.

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

The Angels Still Have One Trade to Make Before Opening Day

Heading into Tempe the Angels lacked MLB caliber depth in the rotation. The franchise hoped Alek Manoah could somehow regain his form and take the final spot in the rotation.

Zach Neto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 16

Zach Neto receives crucial update after Angels spring training injury scare

The Los Angeles Angels are currently participating in spring training as they gear up for the upcoming 2026 MLB season. The Angels are desperately hoping that this is the year they break their ugly 12-year playoff drought, having won just 72 games a season ago.

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

Predicting the Opening Day Roster and Lineup 2.0

Spring Training roster battles are fascinating for fans and stressful for players. The Angels entered camp with openings at second base and on the bench.

Robert Stephenson News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 15

How Robert Stephenson's Injury News Impacts the Angels Bullpen

To say the Robert Stephenson signing has gone horribly even by Angels standards is putting it lightly. Signed to a 3 year, $33 million contract in the 2023-2024 off season Stephenson has spent far more time on the injured list than on the playing field.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 15

What to Make of Zach Neto and Seiya Suzuki Injuries in 2026 Fantasy Baseball

Angels shortstop Zach Neto and the Cubs OF/DH Seiya Suzuki both left spring games early on Saturday. As their clubs await test results and any recovery that is necessary, we analyze what their injuries mean for your fantasy baseball team and your draft strategies.

Los Angeles Angels News / Athlon Sports / March 14

Angels’ Kurt Suzuki Shares Zach Neto Injury Update After Leaving Spring Training Game

In an otherwise uninspiring 72-90 season, one bright spot for the 2025 Los Angeles Angels was found in Zach Neto, who firmly established himself as one of the better shortstops in the league with another fantastic season.

Los Angeles Angels News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 14

Angels Announce Recent First-Round Pick Will Start 2026 Season in Triple-A

One of the Los Angeles Angels' top draft picks in recent years is officially set to open the 2026 season in the minors. Christian Moore, the Angels' No.

Los Angeles Angels News / Yardbarker / March 14

Angels actually allowing young infielder to get more developmental time in minors

Usually, when a team sends a top prospect to the minors for more development to begin a season, it is just another transaction. For the Los Angeles Angels, such a decision is a surprise.

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Los Angeles Angels News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 11

Angels' First-Round Pick Tosses Hitless Inning in Highly Anticipated Spring Debut

Roughly eight months after being drafted by the Los Angeles Angels, the team's top prospect has now pitched in a spring training game for the first time.

Los Angeles Angels News / Yardbarker / March 8