LAS VEGAS — The Angels have a center field issue. One of the more intriguing topics occupying discussion time for General Manager Perry Minasian and his staff so far this winter is how they want to handle center field next season. It’s not as clear cut as third base, where the Angels have a gaping hole that needs to be filled by someone. In center field, the Angels already have … [Read more...] about Angels weighing question of offense vs. defense in center field
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Matt Kemp, Howie Kendrick among newcomers to Hall of Fame ballot
Matt Kemp and Howie Kendrick, whose best seasons in the major leagues were spent with the Dodgers and Angels, respectively, are among 12 players who are appearing on the Hall of Fame ballot for the first time this month. The new ballot, which was released on Monday, includes a total of 27 players. Voting will begin later this month and conclude on Dec. 31. The results will be … [Read more...] about Matt Kemp, Howie Kendrick among newcomers to Hall of Fame ballot
’26 Rookie of the Year candidates — one from each team
Which starting pitchers could be fits for the Angels?
LAS VEGAS — Maybe someday the Angels will be at the point where they simply need to tweak the back end of their rotation because they have enough talent and depth at the top. Until that day arrives, though, they will hit every winter as they are heading into this week’s GM meetings. They need to add significant pieces to their rotation. Hiring veteran pitching coach Mike Maddux … [Read more...] about Which starting pitchers could be fits for the Angels?
Kyle Hendricks To Retire
Veteran right-hander Kyle Hendricks is calling it a career. The longtime Cubs hurler, who spent the 2025 season with the Angels, is retiring, per Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times. Hendricks, now 35, will be forever associated with the curse-breaking Cubs but was originally drafted by the Rangers. Texas grabbed him with an eighth-round pick back in 2011. A year later, while … [Read more...] about Kyle Hendricks To Retire