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A new Angel for the outfield leaves Suzuki with a puzzle to solve

January 19, 2026

ANAHEIM -- The Angels again added a potential bounce-back candidate with past success in the Majors with their acquisition of Josh Lowe in a trade with the Rays last week, but now they have to figure out how he factors into a crowded outfield situation. Lowe, acquired for lefty reliever

Payroll flexibility could have big impact on Halos' offseason plans

January 15, 2026

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Angels confirm Rendon won't play in '26 after contract was restructured

January 8, 2026

ANAHEIM -- The Angels and third baseman Anthony Rendon have agreed to restructure the last year of his contract and he won’t play in 2026, general manager Perry Minasian confirmed on Wednesday. Rendon, who signed a seven-year deal worth $245 million before the 2020 season, is owed $38 million in

Angels add veteran reliever Yates on 1-year deal

January 7, 2026

Right-handed reliever Kirby Yates and the Angels have agreed to terms on a one-year, $5 million contract, the club announced on Tuesday. Yates, 38, marks the latest veteran addition to the Angels' bullpen this offseason after they signed Jordan Romano and Drew Pomeranz to one-year deals on Dec. 16. Yates

Halos, wings & more: All the official caps in Angels history

January 7, 2026

ANAHEIM -- The last time the Angels changed their baseball cap, they won the World Series. The Angels have been using the same red hat with a red “A” encircled by a silver halo since 2002, the same year they won the only title in franchise history. It’s the team’s

Why the Angels believe O'Hoppe can turn into an All-Star catcher

December 29, 2025

ANAHEIM -- It all started out so promising for catcher Logan O'Hoppe last season. Coming off his first full season as a catcher that saw him hit a respectable .244/.303/.409 with 20 homers and 56 RBIs in 136 games in '24, O'Hoppe got off to a blistering start in ’25.

He's just 20, but this prospect could be the Angels' next star in center

December 22, 2025

ANAHEIM -- While the Angels are in the market for a center fielder this offseason, their potential center fielder of the future isn’t considered too far away from the Majors. Nelson Rada, ranked as their No. 7 prospect by MLB Pipeline, reached Triple-A Salt Lake last year for the first

Halos' buy-low moves could set up a big one

December 21, 2025

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Skaggs family, Angels reach settlement

December 19, 2025

The Angels reached a settlement with the family of deceased pitcher Tyler Skaggs on Friday, as the jury deliberated the verdict of a civil trial that lasted almost three months with 31 days in court. The terms of the settlement, however, were not immediately disclosed. The Angels released the following

Angels add relievers Pomeranz, Romano on 1-year deals

December 17, 2025

ANAHEIM -- The Angels made two veteran additions to their bullpen, agreeing to terms with left-hander Drew Pomeranz and righty Jordan Romano on one-year deals on Tuesday. Pomeranz will earn $4 million, while Romano will earn $2 million. They represent the first two relievers signed by the Angels this offseason,

How much will Trout factor into Angels' CF plans in 2026?

December 16, 2025

ANAHEIM -- While the Angels moved superstar Mike Trout from center field to right field in an effort to keep him healthy last season, they’re open to him playing some center field again in 2026. Trout played in 130 games, his most since 2019 when he won his third AL

The top 10 debuts in Angels history

December 12, 2025

There are few things in baseball that are more nerve-wracking and exciting than a Major League debut. Sometimes an incredible performance in a player’s first career game can be a sign of things to come but other times it’s a high point in an otherwise undistinguished career. The Angels have

Angels ready to make more moves as Winter Meetings wrap up

December 10, 2025

ORLANDO, Fla. -- The Angels made a trade at the Winter Meetings by acquiring utility man Vaughn Grissom from the Red Sox on Tuesday, but general manager Perry Minasian expects to make several more moves this offseason to improve the club. Minasian wouldn’t say where the payroll will be heading

Angels receive No. 12 pick in 2026 MLB Draft

December 9, 2025

ORLANDO, Fla. -- The Angels will have the No. 12 pick in the 2026 Draft, it was officially announced on Tuesday at the Winter Meetings.

Angels trade outfield prospect to Boston for infielder Grissom

December 9, 2025

ORLANDO, Fla. -- The Angels improved their infield depth on Tuesday, acquiring former top prospect Vaughn Grissom from the Red Sox for Minor League outfielder Isaiah Jackson. The Angels are taking a chance on Grissom, who has struggled offensively over his first three years in the Majors and is out

Scott, Chiti & Florko round out Halos' 2026 coaching staff

December 8, 2025

ORLANDO, Fla. -- The Angels finalized their coaching staff, as general manager Perry Minasian said Monday that Darryl Scott has been hired as assistant pitching coach, Dom Chiti will be the bullpen coach and Derek Florko has been promoted to be the club’s third hitting coach. It rounds out the

How Angels could navigate last year of Rendon's contract

December 8, 2025

ORLANDO, Fla. -- The Angels have explored deferring the last year of third baseman Anthony Rendon’s contract, but general manager Perry Minasian couldn’t comment on it on Monday on the first day of the MLB Winter Meetings. Rendon, who missed the 2025 season after undergoing left hip surgery, is owed

What Angels seek at Winter Meetings -- and how they might get there

December 5, 2025

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Nimmo settling into Texas, will wear No. 24 as Rangers eye more moves

December 4, 2025

After joining the Rangers in a blockbuster trade 10 days ago, outfielder Brandon Nimmo was officially introduced to the media at Globe Life Field on Thursday just ahead of the Winter Meetings that begin on Monday in Orlando.

All the different logos and designs in Angels history

December 3, 2025

The Angels have had several primary logos since their first season in 1961, including their current red "A" logo with a gray halo and dark blue outline that debuted in 2005. Officially, the Angels have had 10 different logos and three primary colors over the years, as they’ve undergone several

'Erstad says he's got it!' and beyond: The Top 10 moments in Angels history

December 2, 2025

Since their inception in 1961, the Angels have had plenty of big moments over the years and have seen their players accomplish numerous feats. They’ve thrown 13 no-hitters (three combined), hit for the cycle nine times and turned six triple plays while seeing their players win seven MVP Awards, three

Angels sign former All-Star Alek Manoah to 1-year deal

December 2, 2025

The Angels are taking a chance on a once-promising young arm, announcing on Tuesday that they have signed right-hander Alek Manoah to a one-year deal worth $1.95 million.

Every Rule 5 Draft pick in Angels history

December 2, 2025

ANAHEIM -- The Rule 5 Draft can be a creative way for teams to add talent, as it was created to keep teams from hoarding players in the Minor Leagues. Eligible players must be protected by adding them to the 40-man roster ahead of the Draft. • How the Rule

Angels will 'look at every avenue to improve' as Winter Meetings near

December 2, 2025

The annual MLB Winter Meetings are almost here and things should start to heat up for the Angels and other teams across baseball, as it’s been a bit of a slow start to the offseason so far. Los Angeles, though, did make one significant move ahead of the Winter Meetings,

Angels get into the giving spirit, with help from O'Hoppe, Suzuki, Trout

November 25, 2025

With Thanksgiving on Thursday, it’s officially the holiday season, so it’s time to look at some of the charitable efforts from the Angels and their players who give back throughout the year. Here’s a look at a few recent and upcoming events this holiday season as the organization tries to