It’s a quiet winter meetings for Angels as they await Shohei Ohtani’s decision
1 year ago

It’s a quiet winter meetings for Angels as they await Shohei Ohtani’s decision

LA Times  

Angels general manager Perry Minasian, right, will have more roster building to do after the winter meetings. The Angels made little noise in terms of confirmed major league player acquisitions over three days at the winter meetings. “So we’ll see what happens the rest of the way.” On Tuesday, the Angels were reported to be in agreement on a deal to bring back veteran reliever Luis García, for one year and $4.25 million. The only additions confirmed by the team over the course of the meetings: two minor league players picked up in the Rule 5 Draft, first baseman Eric Wagaman and right-handed relief pitcher Ryan Miller; and two players signed to minor league deals with invites to major league spring training, outfielder/designated hitter Willie Calhoun and right-handed reliever Travis MacGregor. Other confirmed signings, before the start of the meetings: left-handed reliever Adam Kolarek, on a one-year $900,000-major league deal; and two others signed to minor league deals with invites to spring training, right-handed pitcher Carson Fullmer, who was with the Angels organization in 2023, and infielder Charles LeBlanc.

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Could Angels have kept Shohei Ohtani? Their non-offer lingers ahead of his Anaheim return
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Could Angels have kept Shohei Ohtani? Their non-offer lingers ahead of his Anaheim return

LA Times  

When Randal Grichuk was traded to the Angels last year, arriving as one of several veteran additions the club made during its all-in trade deadline buying spree, he quickly recognized his new club’s main objective. “If I had been able to contribute to the maximum, I think there are parts that would have been different.” Despite all that, however, there …

Perry Minasian declines to discuss why the Angels lost Shohei Ohtani
1 year ago

Perry Minasian declines to discuss why the Angels lost Shohei Ohtani

LA Times  

Angels general manager Perry Minasian declined to discuss the team’s conversations with their former two-way star Shohei Ohtani and whether they even made him a formal offer in free agency. “I think we’ve seen great players sign right before spring training, right at the beginning of spring training,” Minasian said. How many starting pitchers Minasian plans to add, Minasian said, …

Arte Moreno and Angels declined to match $700-million offer for Shohei Ohtani
1 year ago

Arte Moreno and Angels declined to match $700-million offer for Shohei Ohtani

LA Times  

Shohei Ohtani, left, bumps fists with Angels owner Arte Moreno in 2021. Before Shohei Ohtani made his decision last week to sign with the Dodgers, he and his agent, Nez Balelo of CAA Sports, approached the Angels near the end of his free-agent process, giving Ohtani’s old team a chance to convince him to stay in Anaheim. In a Zoom …

Dodgers Dugout: Now that Shohei Ohtani has broken the bank, what's next?
1 year ago

Dodgers Dugout: Now that Shohei Ohtani has broken the bank, what's next?

LA Times  

Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. Let’s take a look at some numbers: 2018 Batting:.285/.361/.564, 104 games, 21 doubles, 3 triples, 22 homers, 151 OPS+ Pitching: 4-2, 3.31 ERA, 10 starts, 51.2 IP, 38 hits, 22 walks, 63 K’s, 127 ERA+ 2019 Batting:.286/.343/.505, 106 games, 20 doubles, 5 triples, 18 homers, 121 OPS+ Pitching: did not pitch, …

How Shohei Ohtani’s ‘unprecedented’ contract will help the Dodgers build their roster
1 year ago

How Shohei Ohtani’s ‘unprecedented’ contract will help the Dodgers build their roster

LA Times  

There’s almost no such thing as a $700-million bargain in baseball. By agreeing to a record-breaking 10-year, $700-million contract with Shohei Ohtani on Saturday, the Dodgers both added a two-time MVP to their star-studded roster and structured the contract — thanks largely to Ohtani’s decision to take an unprecedented amount of deferred money — in a way that should allow …

Two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani joining Dodgers on record $700-million deal
1 year ago

Two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani joining Dodgers on record $700-million deal

LA Times  

The Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes are over. The six years I spent with the Angels will remain etched in my heart forever.” Though Ohtani is expected to be limited to only designated-hitting duties next season, after undergoing his second Tommy John surgery in September, the Japanese star will now represent one of the biggest player acquisitions in the Dodgers’ storied history, …

Dodgers resolve winter meetings drama (with Brad Paisley’s help) as Shohei Ohtani decision nears
1 year ago

Dodgers resolve winter meetings drama (with Brad Paisley’s help) as Shohei Ohtani decision nears

LA Times  

Dave Roberts and the Dodgers’ front office appear to be back on the same page after the manager’s comments Tuesday about Shohei Ohtani caused some confusion. Roberts’ public confirmation that the team met with Shohei Ohtani in Los Angeles last week had caught his bosses off guard, including president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman. In the immediate aftermath, there was …

Shohei Ohtani met with the Dodgers in LA for 2-3 hours, manager Dave Roberts says
1 year ago

Shohei Ohtani met with the Dodgers in LA for 2-3 hours, manager Dave Roberts says

Associated Press  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Shohei Ohtani met with the Los Angeles Dodgers a few days ago at Dodger Stadium, manager Dave Roberts revealed Tuesday at the winter meetings. “So I still think that we’ve got a lot of people working on other things ultimately to be the best ballclub we can be.” Roberts said Ohtani has a “very good poker face,” …

Shohei Ohtani’s status is major factor in Angels’ offseason plans
1 year ago

Shohei Ohtani’s status is major factor in Angels’ offseason plans

LA Times  

The Angels’ Shohei Ohtani reacts during an Aug. 30 game in Philadelphia. As this year’s meetings kick off this week, here are four things to consider about the Angels’ offseason and why it all, no matter what, revolves around Ohtani. The luxury tax The Angels managed to get back under the first Competitive Balance Tax threshold — by $30,000, per …

‘It’s all of us.’ Perry Minasian says Phil Nevin isn’t only to blame for Angels’ woes
1 year, 2 months ago

‘It’s all of us.’ Perry Minasian says Phil Nevin isn’t only to blame for Angels’ woes

LA Times  

The Angels entered their offseason in a state of flux after a second straight 73-89 finish. This year was not an easy year … it was really really challenging and there’s not many other people I’d rather go through it with than Phil.” Angels Phil Nevin will not return as Angels manager in 2024 The Angels will not pick up …

Shohei Ohtani's time with Angels hasn't been a waste. Here's why
1 year, 3 months ago

Shohei Ohtani's time with Angels hasn't been a waste. Here's why

LA Times  

Angels star Shohei Ohtani celebrates in the dugout after scoring a run against the New York Yankees at Angel Stadium on July 21. That doesn’t mean Ohtani made a mistake by starting the major league portion of his career with the Angels. The Angels’ Shohei Ohtani reacts during a game against the Philadelphia Phillies on Aug. 30 in Philadelphia. Even …

Angels remain over the luxury-tax threshold after salary dump. Here’s what that means
1 year, 3 months ago

Angels remain over the luxury-tax threshold after salary dump. Here’s what that means

LA Times  

When the Angels put six players on waivers earlier this week, many around baseball speculated about the benefits of doing so. But if they could have gone back under the Competitive Balance Tax threshold to avoid paying a luxury tax bill after this season, it could have meant the difference between a compensatory draft pick at the end of the …

Shohei Ohtani injury should be catalyst for lasting Angels change
1 year, 4 months ago

Shohei Ohtani injury should be catalyst for lasting Angels change

LA Times  

Angels stars Mike Trout, left, and Shohei Ohtani talk in the dugout before a game against the Miami Marlins at Angel Stadium on May 27. The “might not be around next year” referred to the quest to “Win One for the Cowboy,” to get the Angels into the World Series while Gene was still here to enjoy it. The team’s …

Letters to Sports: Shohei Ohtani stays with Angels, but is that a good deal?
1 year, 4 months ago

Letters to Sports: Shohei Ohtani stays with Angels, but is that a good deal?

LA Times  

I did a double take after reading Mr. Plaschke’s column about the Angels and Shohei Ohtani. Rob Demonteverde Brea :: While Bill Plashke’s position is reasoned in arguing that the Angels should have traded Shohei Ohtani, the Boston Red Sox did not win a World Series for 84 years after trading Babe Ruth for $125,000 in cash to improve their …

Shohei Ohtani is all-in on Angels' playoff push. Don't trade him
1 year, 5 months ago

Shohei Ohtani is all-in on Angels' playoff push. Don't trade him

LA Times  

After Shohei Ohtani gave up his fourth homer of the game, he returned to the Angels dugout and grabbed a helmet in case his turn to bat came up. Angels starting pitcher and two-way star Shohei Ohtani is congratulated by teammates in the dugout during a game against the Pirates at Angel Stadium on Friday. “My feelings haven’t changed about …

Why Angels should be open to trading Shohei Ohtani to Dodgers
1 year, 5 months ago

Why Angels should be open to trading Shohei Ohtani to Dodgers

LA Times  

Amid the reams of confusing talk about the possibility of the Angels trading Shohei Ohtani, one disturbing narrative has emerged. In 1972, the Angels traded 20-game winner Andy Messersmith and 20-home run hitter Ken McMullen to the Dodgers for future Hall of Famer Frank Robinson and All-Star and no-hit wonder Bill Singer. The Dodgers have been so unconcerned about trading …

Will Angels trade Shohei Ohtani? Here’s what teams got in past blockbuster deals
1 year, 5 months ago

Will Angels trade Shohei Ohtani? Here’s what teams got in past blockbuster deals

LA Times  

What would the Angels receive if they decided to trade two-way star Shohei Ohtani? Here’s what three teams received when they traded stars during their walk years, with the Angels expected to get more if they make a move: Orioles trade Manny Machado to Dodgers Manny Machado, top left, celebrates with his Dodgers teammates after the team’s 2018 National League …

Is there any hope for the Angels’ season, and will they trade Shohei Ohtani?
1 year, 5 months ago

Is there any hope for the Angels’ season, and will they trade Shohei Ohtani?

LA Times  

There wasn’t anything particularly new the Angels could say about being down on their luck after their last series before the All-Star break. Two more players exited the last two games with injuries on a team already missing several starters including superstar Mike Trout. The Angels seemed to be in decent shape last month after rookie shortstop Zach Neto suffered …

Wobbling Angels enter All-Star break determined to end their slump when play resumes
1 year, 5 months ago

Wobbling Angels enter All-Star break determined to end their slump when play resumes

LA Times  

The Angels’ Shohei Ohtani celebrates with Hunter Renfroe and Andrew Velazquez after hitting a two-run homer in the seventh inning of the team’s loss to the Dodgers on Saturday at Dodger Stadium. “I’ll know more in the next couple days.” Adell was called up from triple A Friday to replace center fielder Mike Trout, who is out for four to …

Shohei Ohtani won't discuss his future as the Dodgers praise him
1 year, 6 months ago

Shohei Ohtani won't discuss his future as the Dodgers praise him

LA Times  

Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani reacts after walking Dodgers catcher Will Smith during the sixth inning in Anaheim on Wednesday. “Not just the Dodgers, but I’m grateful to the teams that intensely tried to recruit me when I came here,” Ohtani said. Before the game Wednesday night, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts came close to saying he wanted Ohtani on his …

Angels unlikely to trade Shohei Ohtani if they stay in contention, GM says
1 year, 6 months ago

Angels unlikely to trade Shohei Ohtani if they stay in contention, GM says

Associated Press  

ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Los Angeles Angels are highly unlikely to trade Shohei Ohtani if they remain in playoff contention this summer, general manager Perry Minasian said Tuesday. “It’s pretty self-explanatory with where we’re at,” Minasian said while speaking to reporters before the Angels opened a two-game Freeway Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, who are likely to be one …

Will the Angels' bet they can keep Shohei Ohtani pay off?
1 year, 6 months ago

Will the Angels' bet they can keep Shohei Ohtani pay off?

LA Times  

It’s unclear whether Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani will favor the comforts the Angels have provided him or seek a chance to win a championship with a more competitive team. One such person said of the possibility of dealing Ohtani, “I don’t see that happening.” The primary reason: The Angels believe that trading Ohtani would stamp out their chances of …

Enjoy Shohei Ohtani while you can this season, Angels fans
1 year, 8 months ago

Enjoy Shohei Ohtani while you can this season, Angels fans

LA Times  

Would the Angels actually trade Shohei Ohtani this season? Once again, this raises questions about why the Angels didn’t sell Ohtani last year if they didn’t intend to hold on to him through the upcoming season regardless of their performance. He said Angels fans are “going to tell their grandkids, ‘I saw Ohtani play.’ ” Great point. Now, with six …

Shohei Ohtani’s agent mum on Angels star’s future: ‘There’s several layers to this’
1 year, 10 months ago

Shohei Ohtani’s agent mum on Angels star’s future: ‘There’s several layers to this’

LA Times  

Angels star Shohei Ohtani gestures during a workout at spring training on Friday. Shohei Ohtani’s agent, CAA’s Nez Balelo, stopped by Angels spring training on Monday and chatted with general manager Perry Minasian as the first day of full squad workouts continued. Whether he’s open to discussing a contract extension before spring training ends, Balelo said that as an agent, …

Angels' Shohei Ohtani has everyone guessing about his future
1 year, 10 months ago

Angels' Shohei Ohtani has everyone guessing about his future

LA Times  

Without a contract extension, Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani will be a free agent after the 2023 season. Asked if he would be open to signing a contract extension with the Angels, he said in Japanese, “I understand it’s the last year. At the current stage, of course, I’m employed by the Angels and my feelings of wanting to win …

Commentary: With Arte Moreno selling the Angels, it’s time to spend big on these free agents
2 years ago

Commentary: With Arte Moreno selling the Angels, it’s time to spend big on these free agents

LA Times  

The Angels need to do what it takes to surround pitcher Shohei Ohtani, left, and center fielder Mike Trout with more talent. With Moreno selling the team, they should go all in by pursuing one of the top four free-agent shortstops — Trea Turner, Dansby Swanson, Carlos Correa or Xander Bogaerts — and let the new owner worry about the …

Shohei Ohtani’s agent says he’s focused on 2023 season with Angels
2 years, 1 month ago

Shohei Ohtani’s agent says he’s focused on 2023 season with Angels

LA Times  

Angels’ Shohei Ohtani walks to the dugout after striking out against the Oakland Athletics during the sixth inning in Oakland on Oct. 5. “We haven’t really given that a lot of thought because we are just focused on the one year, which we accomplished and that’s what we did,” Balelo of CAA said after being asked during the general manager …

Shohei Ohtani says last trade deadline was ideal time to move him if Angels desired
2 years, 1 month ago

Shohei Ohtani says last trade deadline was ideal time to move him if Angels desired

LA Times  

If there was ever an ideal moment to trade Shohei Ohtani, the two-way star said he thought it was at this year’s deadline. “The teams to which a player with a high salary can go will always be limited, and in many instances, the player will have to go to a team to which the luxury tax doesn’t matter.” Angels’ …

What happens next to Shohei Ohtani and Angels? Dodgers’ 2012 sale might provide clues
2 years, 2 months ago

What happens next to Shohei Ohtani and Angels? Dodgers’ 2012 sale might provide clues

LA Times  

The Angels have not had a playoff team since 2014. Now that Arte Moreno said he’s exploring a sale of the team, what happens to the current team and what is the future of Shohei Ohtani with the Angels? … And I knew that whoever was going to purchase the Dodgers was going to take them to new heights.” Angels …

Angels, Shohei Ohtani reach $30-million contract for 2023; José Suarez excels in win
2 years, 2 months ago

Angels, Shohei Ohtani reach $30-million contract for 2023; José Suarez excels in win

LA Times  

Angels star Shohei Ohtani waves to fans as he waits on deck to bat. “Getting to manage him has been truly a pleasure,” Nevin added, “and hopefully we get to stay together for a while.” Ohtani this season has continued to re-write the history books in the first season of MLB’s designated hitter rule change, which allows a starting pitcher …

Q&A: What’s next for the Angels: Who will be the new owner? What happens to Shohei Ohtani?
2 years, 4 months ago

Q&A: What’s next for the Angels: Who will be the new owner? What happens to Shohei Ohtani?

LA Times  

Arte Moreno is exploring selling the Angels, the team announced Tuesday. The scarcity of available sports teams in major markets — there are only two MLB teams in L.A. — and the possibility of real estate development around Angel Stadium means the Angels’ sale price might well exceed that of the Mets and set another MLB record. If the Seattle …

Angels won’t be trading Shohei Ohtani this season
2 years, 4 months ago

Angels won’t be trading Shohei Ohtani this season

LA Times  

Shohei Ohtani is not leaving Anaheim. But the Angels’ struggles — their 43-59 record as of Monday has them 11 games out of a wild-card spot — and Ohtani’s desire to play in the postseason leaves the team in a bind since he could leave after next season with the Angels getting nothing in return. “Right now, as long as …

If Angels trade Shohei Ohtani, Arte Moreno might as well give up
2 years, 4 months ago

If Angels trade Shohei Ohtani, Arte Moreno might as well give up

LA Times  

Angels star Shohei Ohtani sits in the dugout during the first inning against the Texas Rangers on Sunday. If their 5-2 loss to the Texas Rangers was Shohei Ohtani’s last game in an Angels uniform, he added to his legend with a productive day in another dispiriting defeat for a team that has short-circuited in nearly every possible way — …

Shohei Ohtani wants to win, knows he can't with Angels
2 years, 5 months ago

Shohei Ohtani wants to win, knows he can't with Angels

LA Times  

Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani, right, talks with first base coach Damon Mashore during a game against the Houston Astros on July 14. “It doesn’t really change what I do, of course,” Ohtani said in Japanese. “When it comes to something I can’t control, I don’t really have any feelings about what I want.” As for his future with the …

Commentary: Angels should follow Nationals’ Juan Soto blueprint with Shohei Ohtani
2 years, 5 months ago

Commentary: Angels should follow Nationals’ Juan Soto blueprint with Shohei Ohtani

LA Times  

The Major League Baseball world was upended Saturday. But my feelings of wanting to win are stronger.” Ohtani spoke his mind two weeks before another Angels disappointing season ended. Just a few weeks ago, Ohtani hinted at the Angels’ struggles after a win, noting that he felt he needed to pitch deep into a game because the bullpen was short-handed …

Should the Angels deal Shohei Ohtani at the MLB trade deadline? Experts weigh in
2 years, 5 months ago

Should the Angels deal Shohei Ohtani at the MLB trade deadline? Experts weigh in

LA Times  

Angels star Shohei Ohtani has one more year left on his contract after this season. It is fair to ask whether the Angels would entertain the possibility of trading Ohtani — the reigning AL most valuable player who is in the midst of another MVP-caliber season — before Major League Baseball’s Aug. 2 trade deadline. “I think you have to,” …

Shohei Ohtani’s agent mum on contract, says client is ‘extremely happy’ with Angels
3 years, 1 month ago

Shohei Ohtani’s agent mum on contract, says client is ‘extremely happy’ with Angels

LA Times  

Shohei Ohtani is greeted in the Angels’ dugout after hitting his 46th and final home run of the season against the Mariners on Oct. 3. Citing his agency’s policy against discussing negotiations, Balelo declined to say whether there have been any extension talks between the Angels and Ohtani, who is set to make $5.5 million in 2022 and will remain …

Shohei Ohtani focused on the offseason, even if Angels negotiate contract extension
3 years, 2 months ago

Shohei Ohtani focused on the offseason, even if Angels negotiate contract extension

LA Times  

Shohei Ohtani is greeted in the Angels’ dugout after leading off the game Sunday with a home run against the Mariners in Seattle. “They’re, of course, the organization that’s supported me the most over the last four years,” Ohtani said in Japanese before belting his 46th home run of the season in the Angels’ season-ending 7-3 win over the Seattle …

Column: Shohei Ohtani makes it clear — improve Angels or he’s gone
3 years, 2 months ago

Column: Shohei Ohtani makes it clear — improve Angels or he’s gone

LA Times  

Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani gets ready to bat against the Houston Astros this month. Angels Angels have been warned: Shohei Ohtani will not settle for mediocrity Two-way sensation Shohei Ohtani has two years remaining on his contract with the Angels, and he’s made it clear he wants to be on a winning team. But my feelings to wanting to …

Angels have been warned: Shohei Ohtani will not settle for mediocrity
3 years, 2 months ago

Angels have been warned: Shohei Ohtani will not settle for mediocrity

LA Times  

Angels pitcher Shohei Ohtani delivers during the first inning of a 5-1 loss to the Seattle Mariners on Sunday. On Saturday, Mike Trout said the Angels had “a lot of money to spend” and the offseason was “going to be big.” On Sunday, after the Angels lost their home finale to the Seattle Mariners, 5-1, Shohei Ohtani spoke up. “If …

Angels trade Andrew Heaney and Tony Watson at deadline but avoid roster teardown
3 years, 4 months ago

Angels trade Andrew Heaney and Tony Watson at deadline but avoid roster teardown

LA Times  

Andrew Heaney made his final start for the Angels on Wednesday against the Rockies. “I think this group has earned the opportunity to continue to compete,” Minasian said, adding: “To me, we did not go into this trade deadline with the mindset of, ‘Let’s do a total rebuild’ or anything like that.” Minasian claimed the Angels had the contrary mindset, …

AL West preview: Shohei Ohtani is the Angels’ X-factor in eclipsing Astros and A’s
3 years, 8 months ago

AL West preview: Shohei Ohtani is the Angels’ X-factor in eclipsing Astros and A’s

LA Times  

With Shohei Ohtani, the Angels have a case to make a strong run in 2021. “You better watch out for those Angels.” American League West predicted order of finish ANGELS 2020 | 26-34, 4th in West Last year in playoffs | 2014 A lineup featuring sluggers Mike Trout, Anthony Rendon and a rejuvenated Justin Upton tilts a little too much …

Angels regular-season game tickets go on sale this week
3 years, 9 months ago

Angels regular-season game tickets go on sale this week

LA Times  

The Angels announced Monday that single-game tickets for April will go on sale this week. With state coronavirus guidelines allowing up to about 9,200 fans at Angel Stadium when the season begins next month, the team will make single-game tickets for their first 12 games available to the general public on Friday at 9 a.m. PDT. It’s not yet known …

Shohei Ohtani is still trying to put his swing together
4 years, 3 months ago

Shohei Ohtani is still trying to put his swing together

LA Times  

Angels’ Shohei Ohtani warms up before a game against the Colorado Rockies on Sept. 12 in Denver. Ohtani did not start Wednesday night’s 9-6 loss to Arizona, the fourth straight game he was not in the lineup, though opposing left-handers started three of the games. “Quite frankly, he’s not swinging the bat well, and you could actually get even worse …

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