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The Los Angeles Angels recalled right-handed pitcher Caden Dana from Triple-A Salt Lake on Friday. In a corresponding move, right-handed pitcher Ryan Johnson was placed on the paternity list.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / March 10

Angels Top Pitching Prospect Says His Arm is 'Definitely Not Dead' Amid Struggles

Los Angeles Angels pitching prospect Caden Dana entered spring training fighting for a spot in the starting rotation. On Saturday, the Angels reassigned him to minor league camp.

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Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / February 26

Angels Top Prospect Who Skipped Triple-A Admits Confidence Took a Hit After Struggles in MLB

Caden Dana was brutally honest when it came to discussing his three appearances with the Los Angeles Angels last season. “Getting hit around, definitely affected me and my confidence,” Dana said.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / February 1

Angels Have 2 of Baseball's Best Prospects, Per MLB Pipeline

The Los Angeles Angels have two of baseball's best prospects in Christian Moore (No. 68) and Caden Dana (No. 78), according to MLB Pipeline. More news:

Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / January 29

Caden Dana & Christian Moore Rank In Baseball America’s Preseason Top 100

The Los Angeles Angels farm system is starting to steadily improve after years of being at the basement of Major League Baseball. It is by no means a finished product, and will receive a boost when the Angels pick at No.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 25

Angels Have 2 of MLB's Top Prospects, Per Baseball America

The Los Angeles Angels have two of Baseball America's Top 100 prospects in Caden Dana (No. 78) and Christian Moore (No. 79). More news: Patrick Sandoval

Los Angeles Angels News / Last Word On Sports / January 10

Angels Young Gun Looks to Make Impact in Starting Rotation

One potential dark-horse candidate for the second rotation spot is right-hander Caden Dana, the Los Angeles Angels top-ranked prospect. After losing left-handed

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / December 9

What Would an Angels Blockbuster Trade for Garrett Crochet Look Like?

There is no argument here, Chicago White Sox left-hander Garrett Crochet is the best available starting pitcher via trade, and according to Los Angeles Angels general manager Perry Minasian, any trade is possible.

Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / October 30

Caden Dana & Christian Moore Only ‘Untouchable’ Prospects Via Trade

The Los Angeles Angels still have a few weeks before the offseason really kicks into high gear. At that time, they’ll have some big decisions to make as they figure out exactly what they want their team to look like in 2025.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / October 5

Angels Sign Catcher as Offseason Gets Underway

The Los Angeles Angels have signed catcher Josue Demey to an MiLB deal, per Jared Tims. The Angles are signing Demey as an international free-agent prospect out of Puerto Caballo, Venezuela.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 2

Angels general manager Perry Minasian discusses team's future

Though the club is wrapping up another disappointing season, Minasian expressed confidence in what he believes to be a budding core and indicated the entire coaching staff will be returning next year.

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Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / September 30

Angels’ No. 1 Prospect Up For Major Award

Los Angeles Angels pitching prospect Caden Dana was named one of three finalists for MiLB Pitching Prospect of the Year. The other two finalists are Travis Sykora of the Washington Nationals and Quin Mathews of the St.

Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / September 25

Caden Dana Named Finalist For Minor League Pitching Prospect Of The Year Award

Los Angeles Angels No. 1 prospect Caden Dana was named a finalist for the 2024 Minor League Pitching Prospect of the Year Award. Dana, the No. 70 prospect in MLB, spent the majority of the season with the Double-A Rocket City Trash Pandas before getting a brief stint in the Majors with the Angels.

Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / September 18

Caden Dana Demoted Back To Double-A With Learning Lessons For 2025

The Los Angeles Angels called up their No. 1 prospect, starting pitcher Caden Dana, at the start of September. Despite having never pitched at a higher level than Double-A, the Angels felt confident in the tools he displayed with the Trash Pandas.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / September 17

Angels’ Top Prospect is Demoted, Ending His Season

The Los Angeles Angels have optioned pitching prospect Caden Dana to the minor leagues prior to the conclusion of the 2024 MLB season. Dana heads back to the minor leagues after making two disastrous starts.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 8

Angels continue to show off future against Rangers

The youth movement is in full swing for the Los Angeles Angels, and Caden Dana looks like the latest piece of the puzzle. The right-hander is set to make his second major league start when the Angels play the Texas Rangers in the finale of their four-game series on Sunday afternoon in Arlington, Texas.

MLB News / Just Baseball / September 5

2024 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Adds: Caden Dana, Matt Wallner, Parker Meadows

Things weren’t looking great for this young lefty batter earlier this season. After he went 2-for-25 at the beginning of the year, the Twins sent Wallner down for some extra seasoning in the minors.

Los Angeles Angels News / Field Level Media / September 1

Caden Dana excels in debut, Angels defeat Mariners

Caden Dana allowed two runs and just two hits in six impressive innings in his major league debut, lifting the Los Angeles Angels to a 3-2 victory over the Seattle Mariners Sunday afternoon in Anaheim, Calif.

Los Angeles Angels News / Field Level Media / September 1

Angels RHP Caden Dana, 20, to make debut vs. Mariners

The starting pitcher for the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday will not be much older than many of the Little Leaguers who occasionally parade around the perimeter of the field on Sundays at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif.

Los Angeles Angels News / Field Level Media / August 29

Angels top pitching prospect Caden Dana to debut Sunday

The Angels will call up top pitching prospect Caden Dana from Double-A Rocket City and the 20-year-old will make his major league debut in Sunday's home game against the Seattle Mariners.

Los Angeles Angels News / Yardbarker / August 29

Angels' historic call-ups provide excitement amid brutal year

Angels' two historic call-ups provide excitement amid another brutal season

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Los Angeles Angels News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 29

Angels to promote pair of top pitching prospects

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MLB News / Just Baseball / August 27

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Los Angeles Angels News / Last Word On Sports / August 26

Angels Top Prospect Is Embarrassing Double-A Hitters

The Los Angeles Angels top prospect is embarrassing Double-A hitters as he makes one last push for a September call-up. According to MLB Pipeline, Caden Dana is the Angels’ top prospect and No.

Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / July 14

Caden Dana Gives Up One Earned Run In Futures Game

The 2024 MLB All-Star Future Games was held on Saturday at Globe Life Field, which saw the National League Futures earn a 6-1 win over the American League Futures.

Los Angeles Angels News / Angels Nation / July 2

Caden Dana Representing Angels At MLB All-Star Futures Game

The MLB All-Star Futures Game is a chance for some of the game’s best prospects to show their ability on a big stage. The American and National League’s best — at least one top prospect from each team — will play a seven-inning game as a part of All-Star Weekend festivities.