CLEVELAND — The door is open for Mickey Moniak. When Mike Trout went down with a torn meniscus, Moniak became the Angels’ primary center fielder, at least against right-handed pitchers. After struggling in limited playing time for much of the first month, Moniak is going to get an extended chance to show if he can repeat what he did last year. “I just didn’t feel my best,” … [Read more...] about Angels’ Mickey Moniak looks to take advantage of opportunity provided by Mike Trout’s injury
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How One Angels Outfielder is Struck with Bad Luck
Mickey Moniak has been through a series of unfortunate events this season. Moniak is hitting a paltry .156/.206/.220 to go with a -0.7 fWAR. This is coming off the heels of a successful 2023 campaign, in which Moniak swatted 14 home runs in just over 300 plate appearances. It’s only a month into the season, but what has been going on with Moniak? Ron Washington on Mickey … [Read more...] about How One Angels Outfielder is Struck with Bad Luck
Angels Release Aaron Hicks
The Angels have released Aaron Hicks, per the transaction log at MLB.com. That was the expected course of action once the Halos designated the veteran outfielder for assignment on Monday. Assuming he clears release waivers, Hicks will become a free agent. That clearly wasn’t the way the Angels envisioned his tenure when they inked him to a major league deal over the winter. … [Read more...] about Angels Release Aaron Hicks
Soriano eyes more road success vs. Guards
With Mike Trout and Anthony Rendon hurt, can the lineup keep the Angels in games?
Mike Trout and Anthony Rendon are back on the injured list, and with Shohei Ohtani a Dodger, the Angels are giving young players a chance to establish themselves. … [Read more...] about With Mike Trout and Anthony Rendon hurt, can the lineup keep the Angels in games?