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The Los Angeles Angels were 45-74, 5th in the AL West. Yesterday, the Los Angeles Angels dropped one to the Texas Rangers 1-4 at Angel Stadium.

Angels Daily Vibe Check
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a rough stretch

Hard to find a bright spot in the data. Going 2-5 lately. That drags everything down. On top of that, dropping one by 3 last night stings.

Angels Game on August 11

Opponent:Texas Rangers (60-59)
Location:Angel Stadium
First Pitch:09:38 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Ryan Johnson (2-6, 7.11 ERA) vs Cody Bradford (0-0, 0.00 ERA)
TV Broadcast:Rangers Sports Network, presented by Progressive, ABTV, presented by Pechanga Resort Casino
Forecast:☀️ Clear sky, 75°F, Wind 7 mph

Angels Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Los Angeles Angels dropped one to the Texas Rangers 1-4 at Angel Stadium.

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The Texas Rangers clinched the win in the 10th inning.

Angels Record & Standings

AL West

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Astros
6159.508 W1
Rangers
6059.5040.5 W1
Mariners
5663.4714.5 L4
Athletics
4772.39513.5 L1
Angels
4574.37815.5 L3

Los Angeles Angels are 2-5 in their last 7 games, with a -20 run differential.

Angels Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
9
Zach Neto
20.223.72151
27
Mike Trout
20.237.83342
5
Vaughn Grissom
7.253.70446

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
52
Samy Natera Jr.
1-12.080.8826.0
57
Walbert Ureña
7-82.831.29101.2
65
José Fermin
3-23.231.3139.0

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
57
Walbert Ureña
6.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
48
Reid Detmers
6.0 IP, 6 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start

Angels News

The Los Angeles Angels continue to struggle, as evidenced by their recent 12-3 thrashing at the hands of the Miami Marlins, leaving them with a dismal 45-73 record. The offense produced a pitiful 2.4 runs per game over the last week, and with a run differential of -14, the team's weaknesses are glaring. Amid these challenges, Reid Detmers showed some promise in his second start since the trade deadline, bouncing back from speculation surrounding his future. Meanwhile, the decision to hold onto Zach Neto during trade talks with the Twins appears wise, as the Angels focus on building a brighter future. The addition of Sammy Peralta to the roster offers a glimmer of hope, but with Mike Trout and others underperforming, the path ahead remains fraught with uncertainty.

Sources
Details of Angels-Twins failed Zach Neto trade shows why John Mozeliak is the man for the job
Halohangout
Details of Angels-Twins failed Zach Neto trade shows why John Mozeliak is the man for the job
A new report reveals the Minnesota Twins pushed hard for Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto at the deadline and wanted a big name in return. This is why John Mozeliak was right to say no.
Detmers much better in second start after staying with Angels at Deadline
MLB.com
Detmers much better in second start after staying with Angels at Deadline
ANAHEIM -- When lefty Reid Detmers took the mound on Wednesday in Baltimore, his head was still spinning after being a constant subject of trade rumors, including an inaccurate report that he had been traded to the Cubs ahead of the Aug. 3 Trade Deadline. Detmers understandably scuffled in that
Big Mac's son begins road to the Big A with High-A debut
MLB.com
Big Mac's son begins road to the Big A with High-A debut
Right now, Mason McGwire is probably more well-known as the son of MLB legend Mark McGwire. But the 22-year-old is working to make a name for himself in pro ball, and he took another step toward doing that on Saturday.
Angels Select Sammy Peralta
Mlbtraderumors
Angels Select Sammy Peralta
The Angels announced that they have selected the contract of left-hander Sammy Peralta. The 40-man roster had a couple of vacancies, so he can slot into one of those. To open an active roster spot, right-hander Shaun Anderson has been placed on the 15-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation. Prior to the official announcement, […]
Tim Anderson Announces Retirement
Mlbtraderumors
Tim Anderson Announces Retirement
Former All-Star and batting champion Tim Anderson spoke to reporters via Zoom today regarding the fifth anniversary of the Field of Dreams game. During that call, Anderson revealed that he is retiring from baseball, per James Fegan of Sox Machine. Anderson was born in 1993 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama and was raised there as well. After […]
Dodgers overcome Tarik Skubal’s forgettable home debut with comeback win
Yahoo Sports
Dodgers overcome Tarik Skubal’s forgettable home debut with comeback win
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) opens the game between the Kansas City Royals and Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, Calif., on Monday, Aug. 10,...

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The Los Angeles Angels host the Kansas City Royals for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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