With young core intact, Minasian 'really excited where this thing's going'
ANAHEIM -- Angels general manager Perry Minasian held his annual end-of-season press conference at Angel Stadium on Monday, vowing that things are going to get better after a difficult season that saw them drop a franchise-worst 99 games. Minasian, who signed a two-year extension in late August, stressed the importance
VOTE NOW: Neto up for All-MLB Team
The sixth annual All-MLB Team nominees were announced on Sunday, meaning it’s time for fans to help select the winners.
- VOTE NOW: 2024 All-MLB Team presented by MGM Rewards All-MLB honors, first established in 2019, recognize the best player or players at each position across the Majors this past
Here's the top prospect going to the Arizona Fall League from every team
As always, the Arizona Fall League is loaded with talent. The developmental circuit, which starts its six-week season on Monday, has sent more than 3,000 players to the big leagues, including Hall of Famers Roy Halladay, Todd Helton, Derek Jeter and Mike Piazza and current stars including Mookie Betts, Bryce
Here's the '24 All-MiLB Prospect Team
Just think of some of the big numbers put up in the Minors this year -- 40 homers, 104 stolen bases, 202 strikeouts -- and they’re just the tip of the iceberg. Terrific performances came in a variety of shapes and sizes during the 2024 Minor League season. To celebrate
Halos reflect on growth to close curtain on '24: 'Learning how to win'
ANAHEIM -- It was a difficult year for the Angels in 2024, as they set the franchise record for losses in a season with 99, topping their previous worst of 95 losses set in both 1968 and ’80. They scuffled down the stretch, dropping their final six games, including an
How does '24 season reflect Angels' future?
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Angels Injuries & Roster Moves
The Angels' injuries and roster moves page will be updated throughout the offseason. Players currently on the 60-day injured list must be added back to the 40-man roster upon the conclusion of the World Series. The Angels ended the season with 11 players on the 60-day IL, although Matt Moore
Canning finishes tough season on strong note as Halos falter late
ANAHEIM -- It wasn’t always pretty but right-hander Griffin Canning stayed healthy and took the ball for every one of his scheduled outings this season. Canning had his fair share of ups and downs, but he finished 2024 on a high note with five strong innings before the bullpen imploded
Detmers wraps up tumultuous season with 12 K's, looks toward '25
ANAHEIM -- Lefty Reid Detmers’ final start of the year was a perfect microcosm of his season. Detmers showed off his impressive stuff en route to tying a career high with 12 strikeouts, but he also struggled to locate his pitches at times and served up three homers in a
Washington, Halos 'optimistic' about future despite difficulties in '24
CHICAGO -- The Angels headed to Guaranteed Rate Field with the chance to make some history against the White Sox, who entered the three-game series just one loss away from a record-breaking 121 on the season. Instead, it was the Angels on the wrong side of history, as they were
Suarez solid as he tries to prove value to Angels
CHICAGO -- With the Angels running low on pitching depth due to late-season injuries, left-hander José Suarez was called back up on Sept. 9 to get a chance to make an impression down the stretch after an otherwise rough year. Suarez took advantage of that opportunity by posting a 1.59
Kochanowicz's 'outstanding' start spoiled by Halos' late collapse
CHICAGO -- Rookie right-hander Jack Kochanowicz has been a bright spot for the Angels this season, and he continued to impress with a strong showing in possibly his final start of the year. Kochanowicz, facing the White Sox for a second straight outing, threw seven scoreless innings, but it came
Here are the 2024 Arizona Fall League rosters
It's almost time for the Arizona Fall League, which opens play on Oct. 7. Since the developmental league began play in 1992, it has spawned more than 3,000 big leaguers, including Hall of Famers Roy Halladay, Todd Helton, Derek Jeter and Mike Piazza and current stars including Mookie Betts, Bryce
Dana among 3 finalist for MiLB Pitching Prospect of the Year honors
At 9 p.m. ET on Monday, Sept. 30, MLB Network will air the second annual MiLB Awards Show, with host Matt Vasgersian handing out a slew of honors, recognizing some of the best prospects, performances and moments of the 2024 season. The three finalists for MiLB Pitching Prospect of the
Angels' 6 iron men lead the charge into '25
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'He took the game over': Neto goes wild with 2-HR, 6-RBI showing
HOUSTON -- Down by four runs after five innings Sunday, the Angels were looking at being swept by the Astros in a four-game series for the first time in over 11 years. Zach Neto prevented that from happening. Neto had three hits and six RBIs over the last four innings,
Dana's dominance among top storylines from Minors this year
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O'Hoppe snaps skid with 20th HR in 4-hit night
HOUSTON -- Logan O'Hoppe got the day off Friday while dealing with an 0-for-14 slump. The off-day seemed to have helped the young catcher. O’Hoppe went 4-for-4 with two doubles and a home run in the Angels’ 10-4 loss to the Astros at Minute Maid Park on Saturday night.
Angels' bats show fight vs. heavy-hitting Astros
HOUSTON -- The Angels’ offense woke up Friday night, led by the bottom of their lineup, but an early defensive miscue contributed to a big inning that was too much for Los Angeles to overcome. Eric Wagaman had three hits -- and the bottom four of the Angels’ lineup had
Trout honored to be up for 'special, special' Roberto Clemente Award again
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Suarez seeing results thanks to confidence, 'intent'
HOUSTON -- Since having his contract selected from Triple-A Salt Lake on Sept. 9, José Suarez has pitched with confidence -- and he's been getting strong results. The left-hander surrendered one unearned run -- the only run he has allowed in three outings since returning to the Majors -- over
Kochanowicz extends impressive run to set stage for walk-off in 13
ANAHEIM -- After scuffling in his first two Major League starts, right-hander Jack Kochanowicz has bounced back to go on an impressive run to put himself in a good spot heading into next season. Kochanowicz, who graduated from prospect status last week, kept it going with seven strong innings in
Each team's breakout prospect from the '24 season
The 2024 Minor League regular season comes to a full close this week when Triple-A play concludes Sunday. Double-A, High-A and Single-A postseasons are well underway, and the Northwest League has already crowned a champion. This is typically a time when baseball honors its standout performers from the year that
'Leaving an everlasting impression': Ward stays hot at the plate
ANAHEIM -- It’s been a bit of an up-and-down season for Angels left fielder Taylor Ward, but he’s been finishing it strong at the plate and is looking to build on it heading into next year. Ward continued his hot hitting by going 3-for-4 with an RBI and a stolen