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MLB News / Yardbarker / December 15
Former Twins All-Star heading to NPB for 2026 season
The NPB will add a former MLB All-Star to its ranks for the 2026 season.
Kenley Jansen News / ESPN / December 14
Sources: Tigers sign Jansen to bolster bullpen 
The Tigers have agreed to a 1-year contract with veteran closer Kenley Jansen, sources told ESPN.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 13
Kenley Jansen signs with a new contender in free agency
38-year-old Kenley Jansen is getting chance to compete for another World Series title.
Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / December 13
Angels Receive Top Grade for Grayson Rodriguez, Taylor Ward Swap
In need of starting pitching, the Los Angeles Angels dealt veteran outfielder Taylor Ward to the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for right-hander Grayson Rodriguez.
Tyler Skaggs News / ESPN / December 12
Angels' Carpino: Skaggs a 'drug addict' and 'dealer'
Angels president John Carpino closed out the final day of testimony Friday in the Tyler Skaggs wrongful-death civil trial by asserting that the late pitcher was not a victim but a "drug addict and a drug dealer."
Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / December 12
Former Angels Shortstop Signs With AL West Rival
Andrew Velazquez's last major league at-bat came with the Angels in 2023. His next might come with an Angels division rival. Velazquez finalized a minor league contract with the Texas Rangers on Tuesday.
Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / December 11
Angels Urged to Address This Crucial Position Need This Offseason
The pain is almost over for the Los Angeles Angels. Anthony Rendon's albatross of a contract — considered by some to be the worst in the history of professional baseball — will officially run out at the end of 2026.
Ryan Goins News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / December 10
Angels Lose Coach to Padres
The Los Angeles Angels are losing former bench coach Ryan Goins to the San Diego Padres. Goins is expected to become the infield coach, according to Dennis Lin of The Athletic.
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.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 10
Blue Jays to hire Drew Butera to coaching staff
The Blue Jays have reportedly made multiple additions to manager John Schneider’s staff. Former catcher Drew Butera is expected to be in the dugout next season, reports Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.
Tyler Skaggs News / ESPN / December 9
Witnesses offer conflicting testimony in Skaggs trial
Jurors heard conflicting testimony from two key witnesses Tuesday regarding the Angels' culpability and prior knowledge of drug use in the wrongful death lawsuit against the team by the family of deceased pitcher Tyler Skaggs.
Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 9
Angels manager Kurt Suzuki’s comments may pump brakes on Anthony Rendon retirement rumors
Between injuries and underperformance, Anthony Rendon’s tenure with the Los Angeles Angels has been a disappointment so far. With one year remaining on his contract, rumors have suggested that Rendon may retire before the 2026 MLB season.
Mike Trout News / ESPN / December 9
U.S. adds to WBC roster; Trout question remains
Mike Trout, the cornerstone of Team USA's 2023 World Baseball Classic run, is still under consideration for the roster for the 2026 tournament amid recent injury concerns.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 9
Angels buy low on former top prospect Vaughn Grissom
The Angels have acquired infielder Vaughn Grissom from the Red Sox in exchange for minor league outfielder Isaiah Jackson.
Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / December 9
New Angels Manager Sends Message to Mike Trout
New Angels manager Kurt Suzuki got a head start on forming relationships with several of his current players on Jan. 15, 2021. That's when Suzuki signed the first of two one-year contracts with the Angels, the team with whom he finished his playing career in 2022.
Kenley Jansen News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 9
Angels, Tigers interested in Kenley Jansen
The Angels and Tigers have each shown interest in free agent reliever Kenley Jansen, according to Ari Alexander of 7News Boston. Both teams are known to be looking for high-leverage relievers, and Jansen is naturally a known quantity to the Halos after his strong results as the team’s closer in 2025.
Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 9
Angels Add Darryl Scott, Dom Chiti To Coaching Staff
The Angels have established their 2026 coaching staff. General manager Perry Minasian informed reporters (including Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com) that they’ve added Darryl Scott (assistant pitching coach), Dom Chiti (bullpen coach), and Derek Florko (assistant hitting coach) to the group.
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.
Ben Gamel News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / December 8
Angels Lose Outfielder in Free Agency to National League Team: Report
Veteran outfielder Ben Gamel was one of 13 Angels minor leaguers who elected free agency on Nov. 6. After an injury-plagued 2025 season that saw him play only 32 games with Triple-A Salt Lake, Gamel is heading to the National League in hopes of continuing his major league career.
Los Angeles Angels News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 6
Angels must consider signing these 3 pitchers to finally snap playoff drought
The Los Angeles Angels have failed to reach the postseason over the past decade. LA hasn’t played meaningful October baseball since 2014. Pitching has long been a problem for the Halos.
Ron Washington News / Yardbarker / December 4
Why Giants hiring Ron Washington could be an underrated move
Washington’s bread and butter is teaching players to go from bad or mediocre defensive players to solid and even great defenders.
Alek Manoah News / Larry Brown Sports / December 2
Former All-Star Alek Manoah signs with a new team
Former Toronto Blue Jays ace Alek Manoah is getting another shot to rebuild his career on a major league contract. Manoah is signing with the Los Angeles Angels, according to multiple reports.
Anthony Rendon News / Yardbarker / November 28
Angels reportedly set to be rid of MLB's worst contract
Third baseman Anthony Rendon has become a punchline to a joke the Los Angeles Angels are not laughing at. That joke may be over soon.
Los Angeles Angels News / Just Baseball / November 26
Los Angeles Angels 2025-2026 Offseason Wish List
The offseason is underway, and the Los Angeles Angels have already made one of their annual surprise moves, only this time it was a pleasant surprise. The Angels (finally) traded outfielder Taylor Ward, with one more year of team control, to the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for former top pitching prospect Grayson Rodriguez.
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