Lowe nursing left oblique discomfort, but expects to be ready for Opening Day
TEMPE, Ariz. -- After being plagued by injuries to his right oblique over the last two seasons with the Rays, Angels outfielder Josh Lowe is being cautious after feeling some discomfort in his left oblique and is expected to be out for at least a few days.
Checking in on Angels' top pitching prospects
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'26 could be big for Moore -- but he has to win Angels' 2B job first
TEMPE, Ariz. -- After being selected with the No. 8 overall pick in the 2024 Draft following a storybook career at the University of Tennessee, it was easy to imagine Christian Moore quickly establishing himself as the second baseman of the future for the Angels. After all, Zach Neto rapidly
Schanuel hoping to show off more slug in ‘26
TEMPE, Ariz. -- With Nolan Schanuel's ability to control the zone and make contact at an elite rate, Angels manager Kurt Suzuki doesn’t see why the first baseman can’t step it up another level offensively.
Managers old and new impressed by Joyce's progress, talent
TEMPE, Ariz. -- As Giants manager Tony Vitello described Ben Joyce’s ascent from a scrawny teenager to someone who barely pitched in junior college to becoming the hardest throwing pitcher in the world, he paused and shook his head. “You could make a movie about it,” said Vitello, who coached
Neto leading by example as his role grows with Angels
TEMPE, Ariz. -- Nobody on the Angels has known Zach Neto longer than Nolan Schanuel. Neto and Schanuel grew up a year apart in South Florida with Neto hailing from Miami and Schanuel growing up 45 miles north in Boca Raton. Schanuel, 24, said he was around 12 years old
Healthy Trout hopes to take center stage
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Mike Trout made his spring debut at a familiar position against the D-backs on Sunday at Salt River Fields.
Neto takes hacks vs. AUSL pitcher at Halos camp
TEMPE, Ariz. -- As Angels shortstop Zach Neto dug into the box against Devyn Netz of the Athletes Unlimited Softball League, he wasn’t exactly sure what to expect.
Halos eager for more 'disgusting' stuff from Soriano in '26
TEMPE, Ariz. -- Veteran catcher Travis d’Arnaud called José Soriano's stuff “disgusting.” Angels manager Kurt Suzuki, a backstop himself for 16 seasons in the Majors, said Soriano’s pitches are “elite.” And catcher Logan O’Hoppe, who caught Soriano in Saturday's Cactus League opener against the Dodgers, has always maintained that Soriano
Arte Moreno addresses state of the organization, payroll and more
TEMPE, Ariz. -- Angels owner Arte Moreno gave a state of the organization address on Friday ahead of Saturday’s Cactus League opener and explained why the club lowered its payroll compared to last season. The Angels have a projected payroll of $180 million heading into this year after an estimated
Crowded outfield creates lineup flexibility for Angels in 2026
TEMPE, Ariz. -- The Angels aren’t short on options in the outfield, but new manager Kurt Suzuki will have to juggle playing time and who plays where when configuring his lineups this season.
Smile! A behind-the-scenes look at Angels Photo Day
TEMPE, Ariz. -- There are certain rites of spring for baseball players and the coaching staff every year. There are the annual physicals on the report date, the first team meeting ahead of the first official workout and the long-awaited first official full workout. But there’s also the annual Photo
6 players competing for final 3 spots in Angels' infield mix this spring
TEMPE, Ariz. -- With the signing of veteran Adam Frazier to a Minor League contract that became official on Tuesday, the Angels added some competition to their infield mix this spring. The Angels have three locks in their infield with Zach Neto at shortstop, Nolan Schanuel at first base and
Angels add veteran bat Frazier on Minor League deal
TEMPE, Ariz. -- The Angels are set to add veteran infield depth and a much-needed bat from the left side, as they agreed to a Minor League deal with Adam Frazier on Monday. Frazier arrived at Angels camp on Monday, but he still has to pass his physical before it
Fully healthy, Trout wants to play CF again in 2026
TEMPE, Ariz. -- The Mike Trout in right field experiment appears over. Trout, a three-time American League MVP and 11-time All-Star, told general manager Perry Minasian and manager Kurt Suzuki that he prefers to return to center field this season after moving to right last year. Trout, 34, said he’s
Ex-teammates heap praise on Suzuki as he joins managers' fraternity
TEMPE, Ariz. -- As Kurt Suzuki begins his stint as Angels manager this spring, he’ll see some familiar faces in his opponents’ dugouts during Cactus League play. Suzuki was teammates with Athletics manager Mark Kotsay (2007 A’s), Guardians skipper Stephen Vogt (‘13 A’s) and Padres manager Craig Stammen (‘12-13 Nationals).
Fully healthy, Rodriguez set to make pitch for Halos' rotation
TEMPE, Ariz -- Grayson Rodriguez couldn’t help but crack a wide smile when asked if he feels any different throwing after having bone spurs removed from his right elbow last August.
Angels add more depth, re-sign utilityman Taylor
TEMPE, Ariz. -- The Angels are bringing back veteran utilityman Chris Taylor after his stint with the club last year, as he signed a Minor League deal and reported to camp on Friday. Taylor, 35, joined the club as a free agent last year after he was released by the
'He can be a perennial All-Star:' O'Hoppe primed for breakout year
TEMPE, Ariz. -- Coming off a frustrating year that saw him both struggle at the plate and behind it, Angels catcher Logan O'Hoppe spent the offseason reflecting on what he needs to improve while actively making changes to his routine and mentality. He was also thrilled when he heard that
Angels brass stamps belief in young core
TEMPE, Ariz -- While the Angels acquired several players via free agency and trade this offseason, they never made a huge splash financially to improve the ballclub. But general manager Perry Minasian, speaking on Wednesday with pitchers and catchers holding their first official workouts of the spring, said he believes
New manager Suzuki wants intense competition for Angels' roster battles
TEMPE, Ariz. -- As Kurt Suzuki begins his first season as the Angels' manager, he said his main message this spring will be an emphasis on players competing and earning their roles after a 72-win season in 2025. Suzuki, speaking to the media on Tuesday ahead of the club’s first
Taking an early crack at the Halos' 2026 Opening Day roster
The Angels made several additions to their roster this offseason, but they never made a big splash, instead acquiring right-hander Grayson Rodriguez and outfielder Josh Lowe in trades and signing a slew of veterans to one-year deals. They signed right-hander Alek Manoah to a one-year pact to compete for a
Angels add veteran lefty Suter on 1-year deal
ANAHEIM -- The Angels added another experienced arm to their bullpen, as they signed veteran lefty Brent Suter to a Major League deal, the club announced on Friday. In a corresponding 40-man roster move, right-hander Kaleb Ort was designated for assignment.
Here's your guide to Angels Spring Training
ANAHEIM -- It’s just about time for the Angels to start Spring Training under new manager Kurt Suzuki and his coaching staff. Coming off a 72-win season, the Halos never made a big splash this offseason but they did make some intriguing moves, acquiring players with upside and past success
Top prospects Bremner, Klassen headline Halos' non-roster invitees
ANAHEIM -- With exactly a week before Angels pitchers and catchers hold their first Spring Training workouts, the club announced its list of non-roster invitees to camp on Wednesday, highlighted by top prospect Tyler Bremner (No. 81 overall, per MLB Pipeline). Bremner, the No. 2 overall pick in last year’s