Los Angeles Angels

Los Angeles Angels Daily Update


The Los Angeles Angels are 2-2, 2nd in the AL West. Yesterday, the Los Angeles Angels were outplayed by the Houston Astros 7-9 at Daikin Park. Today they play the Chicago Cubs at 07:40 PM EDT on Marquee Sports Network, FanDuel Sports Network West.

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Just 4 games into the season. The numbers aren't lying. Losing by 2 last night pulls things in the wrong direction. Compounding things, the underlying bat metrics are rough: 0.309 xwOBA, 18.9% hard-hit.

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Angels Game Today

Opponent:Chicago Cubs (1-2)
Location:Wrigley Field
First Pitch:07:40 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Ryan Johnson (TBD) vs Edward Cabrera (TBD)
TV Broadcast:Marquee Sports Network, FanDuel Sports Network West
Forecast:☁️ Overcast, 49°F, Wind 8 mph

Angels Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Los Angeles Angels were outplayed by the Houston Astros 7-9 at Daikin Park.

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Highlights

Angels Record & Standings

AL West

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Rangers
21.667 W2
Angels
22.5000.5 L2
Astros
22.5000.5 W2
Mariners
22.5000.5 W1
Athletics
03.0002.0 L3

Los Angeles Angels are 2-2 in their last 7 games, with a +3 run differential.

Angels Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
27
Mike Trout
2.4621.5733
18
Nolan Schanuel
2.3131.1385
9
Zach Neto
2.2001.0673

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
12
Jorge Soler
2 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .182 AVG in last 3 games
27
Mike Trout
5 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games
9
Zach Neto
3 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .3 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
40
Sam Bachman
3.0 scoreless IP, 5 K in 2 recent games

Angels News

The Angels are grappling with injury woes as Robert Stephenson's latest setback casts doubt on his future with the team, further complicating an already shaky pitching situation. Meanwhile, the offense, despite a promising start with Mike Trout hitting .556, still has plenty to prove, especially after striking out more than any team in the league last year. The recent optioning of Walbert Urena to Triple-A after a rough outing highlights the team’s struggles on the mound, while the decision to trade Jayvien Sandridge for cash raises eyebrows about their depth. Adding to the mix, Shaun Anderson's selection marks a desperate attempt to stabilize the roster. With a 2-1 record and a solid run differential of +5, there's still hope, but the Angels need their bats to catch up to their pitching if they want to keep this optimism alive.

Sources
Prospect guru eviscerating top Angels prospect seems incredibly off base
Halohangout · 8h ago
Prospect guru eviscerating top Angels prospect seems incredibly off base
Keith Law, tearing down Los Angeles Angels' top prospect Gabriel Davalillo, feels way off base after the youngster has done nothing but impress so far.
Angels just confirmed Robert Stephenson nightmare fans saw coming
Halohangout · 17h ago
Angels just confirmed Robert Stephenson nightmare fans saw coming
The Latest Robert Stepehnson injury update makes it sound like his time with the Los Angeles Angels may be over.
Angels' opening series provides optimism for bats, as pitching looks to catch up
MLB.com · 9h ago
Angels' opening series provides optimism for bats, as pitching looks to catch up
HOUSTON -- After striking out more than any other club in the big leagues, and finishing with the sixth-lowest run total among MLB’s 30 teams last year, the Angels' offense wasn’t expected to be a major strength this season.
Urena optioned to Triple-A to 'get back in a groove' after first taste of Majors
MLB.com · 15h ago
Urena optioned to Triple-A to 'get back in a groove' after first taste of Majors
HOUSTON -- A day after he struggled in his second career Major League appearance, the Angels optioned right-hander Walbert Urena to Triple-A Salt Lake on Sunday.
Orioles Acquire Jayvien Sandridge
Mlbtraderumors · 14h ago
Orioles Acquire Jayvien Sandridge
The Orioles are acquiring left-hander Jayvien Sandridge from the Angels in exchange for cash, per an announcement from both teams. The Orioles had open space on their 40-man roster, so no corresponding move was necessary to complete the transaction. Sandridge was designated for assignment by the Halos just before Opening Day. It’s the second cash […]
Angels Select Shaun Anderson
Mlbtraderumors · 16h ago
Angels Select Shaun Anderson
The Angels announced this afternoon that they’ve selected the contract of right-hander Shaun Anderson. In a corresponding move, right-hander Victor Mederos was designated for assignment. Anderson, 31, is entering what will be his 7th season as a big leaguer. A third-round pick by the Red Sox in 2016, he didn’t make his big league debut […]

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Angels Upcoming Schedule

DateOpponentTime
Tue 03/31
@ Chicago Cubs
7:40 PM
Wed 04/01
@ Chicago Cubs
2:20 PM
Fri 04/03
vs Seattle Mariners
9:38 PM

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