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Angels acquire lefty reliever Angel Perdomo from Braves

The Angels announced they’ve acquired lefty reliever Angel Perdomo from the Braves for cash or a player to be named later. The Halos designated infielder Scott Kingery for assignment to open a 40-man roster spot.

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Angels Manager Has No Idea How Infielder Suffered Injury, Putting Opening Day in Doubt

The Los Angeles Angels have had an interesting offseason. As the team looks to come back to the contending conversation after an abysmal 63-win season, a key free agent signing has suffered an unknown injury.

Brock Burke News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 17

How 8 Inches Helped the Angels Revitalize a Former AL West Rival Reliever

Baseball is a game of inches. From the difference between a strikeout and a walk, a home run and a foul ball, and even a web gem to be seen on SportsCenter that night or a missed snag in the outfield, games are won and lost due to minor adjustments at times.

Yoan Moncada News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 17

Angels Infielder Could Be Placed on Injured List Ahead of Opening Day

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Yoan Moncada is dealing with a thumb injury, and with Opening Day quickly approaching, he has not been able to throw or hit yet.

Tim Anderson News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 17

Angels Manager Hints at Non-Roster Invite Playing Huge Role for Halos in 2025

Tim Anderson signed with the Los Angeles Angels for a fresh start. He didn't want to be known as the flameout who was designated for assignment by the Miami Marlins after such a promising start to his career with the Chicago White Sox.

Mike Trout News / Athlon Sports / March 17

Angels GM Sends Message to Mike Trout After Position Switch

Los Angeles Angels general manager Perry Minasian still believes in Mike Trout. Given Trout's incredible resume, it’d be hard to blame Minasian’s faith.

Kenley Jansen News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 17

Angels All-Star Away From Team After Mother Died

Los Angeles Angels All-Star closer Kenley Jansen is away from the team for an undisclosed amount of time following the death of his mother. Jansen posted the sad update on his Instagram on March 7.

Los Angeles Angels News / Last Word On Sports / March 17

Angels Third Base Injuries Threaten Another Opening Day Lineup

The Los Angeles Angels third base curse continues with Yoán Moncada’s spot on the Opening Day roster in doubt due to a thumb injury. After being scratched from Friday’s Cactus League lineup with thumb soreness, Yoán Moncada could require time on the injured list.

Mike Trout News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 17

Angels Notes: Mike Trout Trade Rumors, Infielder Likely Out for Opening Day With Injury

One of the few constants in a tumultuous decade of Los Angeles Angels baseball has been Mike Trout. With ongoing unsuccessful seasons, though, the future Hall of Famer continues to be linked to a potential trade — the latest came from one of baseball's most trusted insiders.

Willie Calhoun News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 16

Angels Free Agent Outfielder Signs With Mexican League Team

Willie Calhoun, who spent part of the 2024 season with the Los Angeles Angels, is now set to continue his career with the Tigres de Quintana Roo in the Mexican League, according to a Spanish-language story on MiLB.com.

Yoan Moncada News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 16

Yoan Moncada’s injury with Angels is ‘worse than thought’

Yoan Moncada has had a troubling history of injuries throughout his Major League career. He was hoping to turn the page this season with the Los Angeles Angels where he was slated to be the team’s 3rd baseman.

Anthony Rendon News / Athlon Sports / March 16

Angels Make Unfortunate Announcement After Anthony Rendon News

The Los Angeles Angels are looking to bounce back from their worst season in franchise history. Losing 99 games in 2024, the Angels made some offseason additions to hopefully be more competitive in 2025.

Mike Trout News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 16

ESPN Insider Wonders if Angels' Mike Trout Gets Traded Soon

Despite enduring almost a decade of losing seasons, the Los Angeles Angels have one of the biggest names in all of baseball: Mike Trout. However, in recent years, there have been less headlines surrounding the superstar.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 16

Angels $5 Million Infielder at Serious Risk of Missing Opening Day Due to Injury

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Yoan Moncada could be out for some time with a bruised thumb, according to manager Ron Washington. “It looks like he’s going to be on the shelf for a minute,” Washington said Sunday, via The Orange County Register's Jeff Fletcher.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 16

Angels Farm System Gets Brutal Ranking By MLB Insiders

The Los Angeles Angels have the worst farm system in Major League Baseball, according to MLB.com. The Angels' system was characterized as a high risk, high reward type of situation, despite having two of MLB's top 100 prospects in Christian Moore and Caden Dana.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 16

Angels' $63 Million Ace Added a New Pitch This Year

The Los Angeles Angels awarded the team's biggest contract of the offseason to their Opening Day starter, left-hander Yusei Kikuchi. “It’s obvious,” Angels manager Ron Washington said at the time of the announcement.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 16

Angels Notes: Luis Rengifo Status Revealed, Huge Zach Neto Update, Anthony Rendon To Be Released?

With all the unfortunate injury news and speculation surrounding the Los Angeles Angels, utility man Luis Rengifo addressed his health directly. He revealed what his status will be for Opening Day.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 15

Mike Trout Sends Strong Shohei Ohtani Message Before 2025 Season

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani spent the first six seasons of his MLB career with the Los Angeles Angels. Winning two MVP awards in Anaheim, Ohtani finished his Angels tenure with a 149 OPS+ and 142 ERA+ in 701 games as a hitter and 86 as a pitcher.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 16

Three prospects who shined in Cubs-Angels Spring Breakout game

In a matchup between some of the top prospects in the Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Angels organizations, three arguably shined the brightest in Saturday's Spring Breakout matchup, eventually won by the Cubs 8-3.

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Zach Neto News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 15