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The Los Angeles Angels need to make improvements to their roster if they want to make a run at the postseason and convince Shohei Ohtani to stay past this season. The Angels need to make improvements to their pitching staff and also acquire a corner outfielder. Another thing they should do is upgrade their middle infield. This free agency class has…

Los Angeles has lost 13 games in a row but the most recent came at a greater cost, with Mike Trout suffering an injury in Tuesday's loss to Boston. Our MLB betting picks don't expect the banged-up Angels to challenge the Red Sox. The Los Angeles Angels were so close to snapping their 12-game losing streak on Tuesday, but the Boston Red Sox scored…

WASHINGTON - The Nationals face an uncomfortable reality they've been all-too-familiar with over the years: Stephen Strasburg is hurt again. He hit the IL on Tuesday for the 15th time in his career and fifth time over the last three seasons. It came after he missed the first two months of the season recovering from last summer's thoracic outlet…

The Los Angeles Angels try for their seventh win in a row as they meet the Chicago White Sox in a showdown on the Southside. It's time to continue our MLB odds series with an Angels-White Sox prediction and pick. The Angels defeated the White Sox 5-1 in a muggy opener in Chicago. Taylor Ward got the Angels off to a great start when he drove an 0-1…

Toronto took the first two games in its series against Los Angeles but send veteran lefty Yusei Kikuchi to the mound to close it out. Kikuchi has gotten off to a strong start but our Blue Jays vs. Angels picks highlight reasons for regression. After taking the first two games of the series, the Toronto Blue Jays go for a sweep of the Los Angeles…

The 2022 season had its fair share of devastating injuries. Especially those who make a significant impact on the field. If we were to compose a list of every notable injury, things would get ugly. Now that we've mentioned injuries, which is quite a broad term, here are the most valuable players returning in 2023. Despite the season being months…

The Los Angeles Dodgers take on the Los Angeles Angels. Check out our MLB odds series for our Dodgers Angels prediction and pick. Clayton Kershaw goes to the hill for the Dodgers, while Patrick Sandoval takes the ball for the Angels. Clayton Kershaw has a 2.40 ERA. Despite the aging process and a constant flow of injuries, Kershaw has found ways to…

Major League Baseball's 2022 trade deadline has come and gone. The deadline was set for 6 p.m. ET on Tuesday and teams are no longer be able to make deals to bolster their rosters ahead of the stretch run. The biggest name was moved early Tuesday: Juan Soto headed to the Padres in an eight-player blockbuster that also featured Josh Bell landing in…

ANAHEIM - When the MLB trade deadline passed and Shohei Ohtani remained in the Angels' clubhouse, it signaled that the club has no intention of rebuilding in 2023. And one of the moves they did make - trading closer Raisel Iglesias and the $51 million remaining on his contract - left no doubt that they are creating space to reload for another run…

Having publicly stated a desire to add elite talent to their roster this offseason, the Los Angeles Dodgers are left to improve via trade in the wake of being passed over by Gerrit Cole, Anthony Rendon and Stephen Strasburg in free agency. The Dodgers have long been linked to trade speculation involving Cleveland Indians teammates Mike Clevinger…

ANAHEIM, Calif. - Zach Plesac and the Cleveland Guardians look to snap a five-game losing skid as they take on Shohei Ohtani and the Angels. Where: Angel Stadium of Anaheim, 9:38 p.m. TV/radio: Bally Sports Great Lakes, WTAM 1100 AM, WMMS 100.7 FM and the Guardians Radio Network. Teams: Guardians (7-10) vs. Angels (11-7). Starting pitchers: RHP…

Really shocked at how bad my performance was yesterday. We won our first play of the day after the Cardinals beat the Royals through the first five innings. But we lost both under in the Diamondbacks vs. Marlins game. We took the NRFI, and David Peralta hit a two-run bomb to wipe that out quickly. We took the whole game under, which lost in the…

What better way to start off the 2020's than with five bold predictions for the LA Angels and their players? There is a ton of excitement around the fanbase, and these next ten years already look to be far more promising than the last ten have been. So, without further ado, my five bold predictions of the 2020's for the Halos. As of now, Mike Trout…

Just being able to write about the Detroit Tigers and any sort of realistic shot at making the playoffs is so refreshing, when such thoughts have been non existent for the past five years, basically since former owner Mike Ilitch passed away. But here we are, with the much heralded prospects arriving in the major leagues and the team actually…

Happy Father's Day, everyone! We need some encouragement after back-to-back terrible days. I never hide behind my losses; it's a part of the game. We are 1-5 in our last six picks, which is a complete reversal of the 5-1-1 streak we went on just a few days before. It's a season rollercoaster, and we will have more ups and downs. All I can do is…

The longest losing streak in Los Angeles Angels history has reached 14 games. Wednesday night the Angels were shut out by the Boston Red Sox (BOS 1, LAA 0) to extend a losing streak that threatens to sabotage the team's season even with 104 games still to play. Wednesday was their third straight one-run loss and their second 1-0 loss in the last…

The Los Angeles Angels desperately need a win to avoid losing 15 in a row. It's time to continue our MLB odds series with a Red Sox-Angels prediction and pick. These two teams are heading in completely opposite directions. The Red Sox (30-27) are looking for the 4-game sweep over the Angels (27-31) while the Halos are just trying to win a game.…

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The Nationals' march to the 2019 World Series title seemed to come out of nowhere, thanks to their disappointing 2018, their awful start to 2019 and their Wild Card status. But from June 1 on, they tied the Astros as the winningest team in baseball, carrying that momentum over into October, when they overcame one deficit after another on their way…

Not only was Shohei Ohtani one of the top pitchers in MLB this season, he was one of the premier hitters in the game, too. He's the Babe Ruth of the 21st Century. And he might be on a new team for the 2023 season. It seems unfathomable that the Los Angeles Angels would ship away the game's transcendent star. But Ohtani is a free agent after 2023.…

With Opening Day right around the corner, it's important to get ahead of as many predictions as possible. At least, it's more fun that way. Think about it like this: Just a few weeks ago, we weren't sure when we might watch Major League Baseball again. Here we are after every major free-agent signing and plenty of marquee trades, with a decent look…

Like so many defending World Series champions before them, the 2020 Nationals found tough sledding in the Year After. The reasons may sound familiar: the failure to adequately replace a departed free agent (Anthony Rendon), a lack of progress for key youngsters (Carter Kieboom, Victor Robles), and a series of setbacks and injuries to a…

Mike Trout made his big-league debut as a 19-year-old on July 8, 2011. In the years since, he has won a Rookie of the Year award and three Most Valuable Player awards and established himself as the best player of his generation, one who stacks up against the all-time greats. Since Trout's debut, however, the Los Angeles Angels have gone 721-708…

The Los Angeles Angels have made three big moves this offseason, acquiring three players to fill three big holes they had. Tyler Anderson is a guy they can plug at the top of their rotation. Hunter Renfroe is the corner outfielder this team was lacking. Gio Urshela provides much-needed infield depth. They shouldn't be done adding, but I think most…

The 2022 Major League Baseball season is almost here and Sportsnaut's MLB predictions offer projections for the standings, award winners and more. MLB games today will offer daily predictions and the full schedule for the entire season from 2022 Opening Day to the World Series. As part of our year-round MLB coverage, we'll provide analysis, the…

The Los Angeles Angels were bit players in a once-in-a-lifetime show last season, providing the backdrop for Shohei Ohtani's historic two-way performance. The unanimous AL MVP in 2021, Ohtani finished third in the AL with 46 home runs (many of the moon-shot variety) and second in OPS (.965), and his at-bats were must-see viewing. At the same time,…

With another baseball season beginning, it's time for our baseball writers to weigh in with their boldest and best predictions. What team are poised to surprise? Which players will break out? And who will win it all? All those questions are answered below, and before you say you can't predict baseball, remember this: Jeff Blair has correctly called…

ANAHEIM, Calif. - Triston McKenzie and the Cleveland Guardians look to snap a four-game losing skid as they take on Mike Trout and the Angels. Where: Angel Stadium of Anaheim, 9:38 p.m. TV/radio: Bally Sports Great Lakes, WTAM 1100 AM, WMMS 100.7 FM and the Guardians Radio Network. Teams: Guardians (7-9) vs. Angels (10-7). Starting pitchers: RHP…

On the way to winning his third American League MVP last year, Mike Trout seemingly did something you wouldn't think possible - he got better. Now, the challenge for the Angels is to do the same. They believe they made a big step in that direction with the hiring of Joe Maddon as manager. He replaces Brad Ausmus, who served as a one-year bridge…

The Washington Nationals prepare to defend their 2019 World Series title in 2020. Today, we focus on the Nationals' 2020 regular-season win total and World Series odds. Do the Nationals have what it takes to repeat this season? Let's analyze: The Nationals finished second in the National League East behind the Atlanta Braves last season. They went…

It is decreed in the ancient scrolls. Despite employing two of the greatest ballplayers in history, the Angels cannot finish higher than.500. It's an immutable law of baseball physics that cannot be bent or broken, but that won't stop the club from trying. Early in the offseason, they've been the most active MLB team, signing Tyler Anderson and…

The Los Angeles Angels will be traveling to the American Family Fields of Phoenix on March 31, to take on the Milwaukee Brewers in a Spring Training game. We will get to see reigning MVP Shohei Ohtani take the mound in what is likely to be his last Spring Training appearance as a pitcher, as he has already been announced as the MLB Opening Day…

Jim Bowden used to be a big-league general manager. He lost his job as the Reds GM because he wasn't great at doing GM things, and then he lost his job as the Nationals' GM because he wasn't great at not skimming money off the top of the bonuses for Latin American teenagers. Anyway, now he writes for The Athletic, where he lets "former GM" do a lot…

The Toronto Blue Jays will attempt a four-game sweep as they meet the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim on Sunday afternoon. It's time to continue our MLB odds coverage with a Blue Jays-Angels prediction and pick. The Blue Jays defeated the Angels 6-5. It was a see-saw affair as four lead changes throughout the game concluded with a Toronto win. It was…

With the season, goodness, only days away now, it's time to start previewing some divisions. While allotting for the fact that there are still surely plenty of moves to be made, we have a pretty good idea, at this point, what teams will generally look like. Today: The American League West Every team wants to make the playoffs, but the AL West may…

The Los Angeles Angels will continue their road trip with a three-game series in Arlington against the Texas Rangers on Monday. It's time to continue our MLB Odds coverage with an Angels-Rangers prediction and pick. The Angels took three out of four games from the Oakland Athletics this weekend. They finished off the series with a 4-1 win on Sunday…

The Seattle Mariners and Los Angeles Angels will finish their four-game series with a Monday afternoon matchup in Los Angeles. With that said, it's a good time to check out our MLB odds series, which includes a Mariners Angels prediction and pick, laid out below. The Seattle Mariners have lost the first three of this series, bringing their record…

The Washington Nationals (47-42) and Philadelphia Phillies (47-43) open the second half of the season with a three-game set at Citizens Bank Park Friday at 6:05 p.m. Eastern. The Nationals are 7-4 vs. the Phillies this season, including a three-game sweep in D.C. when they last met in mid-June. The two NL East rivals split the six games they've…

MLB odds series for our White Sox Angels prediction and pick. Johnny Cueto takes the hill for the White Sox, while Chase Silseth gets the start for the Angels. Johnny Cueto has a 3.19 ERA. Injured, he didn't make a start until May 16 of this season. In his eight starts, he has been consistent at a moderately good level, several notches below the…

It's Opening Day in Major League Baseball as the Houston Astros take on the Los Angeles Angels at Angels Stadium. It's time to continue our MLB odds series with an Astros-Angels prediction and pick. The Astros went 95-67 last season, losing in six games in the World Series to the Atlanta Braves. Now, they look to bounce back. Ultimately, the Astros…

The Angels relieved manager Joe Maddon of his duties Tuesday afternoon. Phil Nevin takes over as interim manager. The firing is the second in less than a week in major league baseball, with the Phillies dismissing Joe Girardi last Friday. The Phillies promptly went on to sweep the Angels, including a dramatic come-from-behind win Sunday night. I…

The 2022 MLB season goes on Friday, April 8, with the AL West showdown at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, so we have prepared the best Astros vs. Angels betting pick along with the latest odds update on BetOnline Sportsbook. Houston and Los Angeles continue their four-game series, and the Angels opened as slight -115 moneyline favorites.…

Just a few weeks ago, it was unclear when MLB's Opening Day may occur. The lockout was ongoing and there was seemingly no end in sight. But eventually, cooler heads prevailed and the two sides reached an agreement. Now, April 7 is here, and so is baseball. Now, gamblers will be able to bet on the sport almost every day for the duration of the…

Dusty Baker finally got his long-awaited ring as the Houston Astros secured their second World Series title in six years, suffering just two postseason losses at the end of an outstanding regular season. Well done, Houston. Now, can you become the first back-to-back champion in more than two decades? An awful lot will change before Major League…

The Los Angeles Angels (24-30) wrap up their two-game interleague set with host San Francisco Giants (34-20) Tuesday at Oracle Park. First pitch is scheduled for 9:45 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's lines around the Angels vs. Giants odds with MLB picks and predictions. San Francisco won the first game of the series 6-1 as RHP Johnny…

The Philadelphia Phillies are not the same team from a month ago. The personnel didn't change; the players, coaching staff, and front office are identical. But they're somehow a different club anyway. How exactly did that happen? They've morphed from a team that fired its manager in June and finished the regular season 87-75 - losing eight of its…

The Los Angeles Dodgers will be traveling to Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, on April 3, to take on the Los Angeles Angels in a Spring Training game. No starting pitchers have been announced for either side as of the writing of this preview. The Angels are currently sporting an 8-4 record in Spring Training. Meanwhile, the Dodgers are hoping…

Shohei Ohtani comes off his MVP season where he dominated the game like nobody ever has. The Astros came up just short in 2021, losing the World Series in 6 games to the Atlanta Braves but even though they lost their All-Star shortstop Carlos Correa seems poised for yet another run. It's hard to pick the over with two aces on the mound, but it's…

When sportsbooks opened 2022 MLB win totals several weeks ago, the Oakland A's were set at Over/Under 79.5 at Caesars Sportsbook off an 86-76 record last year, missing the playoffs for the first time since 2017. That win total has dropped all the way to 68.5 at Caesars after the tanking team sold off another top piece over the weekend in starting…

Aaron Judge had one of the greatest offensive seasons in baseball history this year. He led the big leagues or was tied in many major categories: home runs, on-base percentage, slugging percentage, runs scored, total bases, R.B.I., extra-base hits and wins above replacement. He narrowly missed out on the rare feat of a triple crown, in which a…