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Angels' Kenley Jansen Dealing With 'Tremendous Pain,' Doesn't Regret Pitching Through Injury

Los Angeles Angels closing pitcher Kenley Jansen received a loss on Tuesday after allowing two runs against the Cincinati Reds, and apparently pitched through a rib injury.

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Veteran righty reliever elects free agency

The Angels had outrighted him to Triple-A earlier this week but he has exercised his right to reject that assignment.

Zach Neto News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 21

Angels' Zach Neto Provides Huge Injury Update, Reveals Return Timeline

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto gave an injury update after leaving Wednesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Neto left the contest in the sixth inning on Wednesday after being hit in the wrist in the bottom of the third.

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Oswald Peraza News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 21

Angels Hoping Yankees Castoff Will Turn Into Key Player in Anaheim

The Los Angeles Angels did not pull off the blockbuster trade deadline they were anticipated to. But among the few moves they made, the Halos landed third baseman Oswald Peraza.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 21

Angels Notes: Zach Neto Injured, Kenley Jansen Talks Injury, Halos Make Roster Move

The Los Angeles Angels beat the Cincinnati Reds, 2-1, on Wednesday and improved to 61-66 on the year. Unfortunately, star shortstop Zach Neto was pulled to start the sixth inning after he was hit on his wrist by a changeup from Reds right-hander Nick Martinez earlier in the game.

Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / August 21

Rengifo’s Late RBI Lifts Angels Past Reds 2-1 Behind Kikuchi’s Strong Start

Luis Rengifo came through with a go-ahead RBI single in the eighth inning, backing a strong outing from Yusei Kikuchi as the Los Angeles Angels edged the Cincinnati Reds 2-1 on Wednesday night.

Kenley Jansen News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 21

Angels closer Kenley Jansen’s firm stance amid potential IL stint

In what is shaping up be another lost season for the Los Angeles Angels, closing pitcher Kenley Jansen has remained defiant, looking to squeeze every bit of winning baseball he could from his team.

Los Angeles Angels News / Field Level Media / August 21

Yusei Kikuchi, Angels snap lengthy skid vs. Reds

Luis Rengifo drove in the go-ahead run in the eighth inning and Yusei Kikuchi allowed one run on seven hits over seven innings as the Los Angeles Angels snapped a 10-game losing streak to the Cincinnati Reds with a 2-1 on Wednesday night in Anaheim, Calif.

Zach Neto News / Athlon Sports / August 20

Angels Announce Zach Neto News After Leaving Reds Game

The Los Angeles Angels have fallen out of postseason contention entering Wednesday with a 60–66 record, sitting seven games out of a wild card spot. With a decade-long playoff drought on track to be extended to eleven seasons, the Angels have some long-term pieces in place to break the drought—including shortstop Zach Neto.

Yusei Kikuchi News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 20

Angels Pitcher Goes to Unlikely Source for Help

Los Angeles Angels pitcher Yusei Kikuchi has been tapping into different resources for development as he seeks improvement. Kikuchi talked with the Angels' hitters and hitting coach, according to a new report from Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register.

Jose Soriano News / Field Level Media / August 20

Angels place RHP Jose Soriano on paternity list

Los Angeles Angels right-hander Jose Soriano was placed on the paternity list prior to Wednesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds. Soriano, 26, can miss up to a maximum of three games while on the list.

Kenley Jansen News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 20

Angels' Kenley Jansen Reveals He's Injured, But Declines to Say What It Is

Los Angeles Angels closer Kenley Jansen was unable to pitch a scoreless ninth inning against the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday, allowing two runs that proved too much to overcome in a 6-4 loss.

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

Famous Tik Toker Who Ran Across Angel Stadium Field Mid-Game Posts Video Of Incident

During Monday's game between the Los Angeles Angels and the Cincinnati Reds, a tik toker ran onto the field at Angel Stadium. The Angels lost, 4-1, against

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Oswald Peraza News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 20

Angels Deadline Addition Gets Honest About Difficulties of Playing for Yankees

Moving from a franchise that has won the most World Series in MLB history to a team that holds MLB’s longest postseason drought is a tough transition for some players.

Robert Stephenson News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 20

Angels Notes: Concerning Injury Update, Robert Stephenson Latest, Ex-Yankee Blames New York For Struggles

The Los Angeles Angels lost, 6-4, to the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday at Angel Stadium despite a two-home run game from outfielder Jo Adell. The game was tied after the eighth inning, but the Halos still ended up losing after Kenley Jansen gave up two earned runs and picked up the loss.

Los Angeles Angels News / Athlon Sports / August 20

Angels Nearing Unfortunate History After Loss to Reds

The Los Angeles Angels are proof that having talented players is only one part of team success. The roster is highlighted by future Hall of Famer Mike Trout, 2025 All-Star pitcher Yusei Kikuchi, and power-hitting outfielder Taylor Ward (29 homers, 92 RBI), but they're still 7.5 games out of an AL Wild Card spot with five-and-a-half weeks left.

Jo Adell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 20

Angels end 13-year drought after big Jo Adell night vs. Reds

The Los Angeles Angels may not be in the playoff hunt this August, but Jo Adell is giving fans something worth watching. Despite a 6-4 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday night, Adell launched two solo home runs, raising his season total to 28 and putting him within striking distance of a key team milestone.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 20

Angels’ Zach Neto blasted for ‘most misses’ on locker room aux

The Los Angeles Angels may be watching their playoff hopes slip away in a season where many believe they’ve still overachieved, but a light-hearted moment from the clubhouse has given fans something else to talk about.

Robert Stephenson News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 19

Angels' $33 Million Reliever Appears Set to Return Soon

Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Robert Stephenson is inching towards his return from the injured list. Stephenson signed a massive three-year deal with the Angels before last season, though he missed all of 2024 because of Tommy John surgery.

Jo Adell News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 19

Angels Manager Reveals Beauty and Curse of Key Outfielder

There is no question about Jo Adell’s ability to hit home runs. His 26 home runs this season rank sixth in the American League and second on the Los Angeles Angels behind left fielder Taylor Ward.

Zach Neto News / Angels Nation / August 18

Zach Neto Named American League Player Of The Week

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto has been named the American League Player of the Week for his performances from Monday, Aug. 11 to Sunday, Aug. 17.

Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17

Angels designate veteran righty for assignment

The reliever has posted a 5.30 ERA, 10.1% walk rate and 20.9% strikeout rate across 37 1/3 bullpen innings.

Hector Neris News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 16

Veteran reliever Hector Neris elects free agency

Veteran reliever Hector Neris has elected to become a free agent rather than accept an outright assignment to the Astros’ Triple-A affiliate, as per the team.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 15

Dodgers under pressure to deliver vs. Padres after Freeway Series sweep

For the first time this season, the Dodgers have lost their division lead.

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Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / August 12

MLB Pipeline Reveals Angels New Top-30 Prospects List

Now that the 2025 MLB Draft and Trade Deadline have passed, it’s a perfect time for MLB Pipeline to re-rank each team’s top 30 prospects. That could mean adding new top draft selections or trade acquisitions, or removing players who were sent out in deals.