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Angels Urged to Sign Rising Star to Long-Term Contract Extension

MLB Network host Greg Amsinger made a list of the most important young stars who need contract extensions, and listed Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto as the sixth most important star in the league who needs an extension.

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Angels' Biggest Red Flag Revealed By MLB Insider

Bleacher Report's Zachary Rymer listed the Los Angeles Angels' farm system as their biggest red flag at the moment, as their minor league teams have underperformed over the past two seasons.

Kenley Jansen News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 23

Angels Notes: Major Roster Move, Kenley Jansen in ‘Tremendous Pain,’ More

The Los Angeles Angels lost 3-2 to the Chicago Cubs on Friday, after heading into the ninth tied at two runs each. Tyler Anderson had a quality start, only giving up two runs, and the rest of the bullpen was solid until a banged-up Kenley Jansen took the mound.

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Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 23

Angels CF Bryce Teodosio robs Ian Happ HR with incredible Jumpman catch

The Los Angeles Angels might have fallen short on the scoreboard Friday night, but Bryce Teodosio gave fans a moment they won’t soon forget. In the fourth

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Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?

Here is every MLB team’s current title drought, though obviously for some of them “drought” is an overstatement.

Robert Stephenson News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 22

Angels reliever set to return after lengthy absence

The Angels announced they’ve reinstated reliever Robert Stephenson from the 60-day injured list. They optioned righty Chase Silseth in a corresponding move.

Yusei Kikuchi, Angels snap lengthy skid vs. Reds

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Kyle Hendricks lands revenge game start vs Cubs

Almost a year after the Chicago Cubs traded Kyle Hendricks to the LA Angels, he’s coming back. On Sunday, Hendricks will start against the Cubs at Wrigley Field in his first appearance since the trade, per Marquee Sports Network.

Kenley Jansen News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 22

Is Kenley Jansen Going on Injured List? Angels Star Answers

Kenley Jansen revealed he injured his rib while working out in the gym on Sunday. He pitched through the pain on Tuesday but picked up his third loss of the season against the Cincinnati Reds after giving up two earned runs.

Zach Neto News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / August 22

Angels Reveal Zach Neto's MRI Results After Hit By Pitch on Wrist

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto exited the game against the Cincinnati Reds in the bottom of the fifth inning after getting hit by a pitch in the third.

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

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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25 Negro Leaguers every baseball fan should know

Here is a look at 25 of the greatest performers in the distinguished (and varied) history of Negro League baseball.

Connor Brogdon News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21

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.

Los Angeles Angels 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.

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.

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.

Zach Neto News / Angels Nation / August 18