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Mike Trout is on the disabled list and the Los Angeles Angels are among the weakest teams in Major League Baseball—two situations that have become all too typical for this squad in recent years. The Halos need to start considering their rebuilding options now that there is no chance of an in-season turnaround.
Even though Trout is unlikely to be sold, Los Angeles does have a strong roster of potential trade partners. The Angels can win this summer if the front office is allowed to begin rebuilding while severing ties with players who haven’t performed well enough to make Los Angeles a contender.
Now let’s discuss the transactions we made to aid in the Los Angeles Angels’ rebuild.
Los Angeles Dodgers acquired Tyler Anderson through trade
Trades between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Angels are not common. Though some previous attempts at accords have fallen through, the animosity between these two countries isn’t strong enough to stop trade talks. Furthermore, it’s wise to sign prospects from a team that excels in player development at all times.
The Dodgers would have no trouble picking up the remaining $13 million of Tyler Anderson’s deal this season and all $13 million of his contract in 2025. Anderson was excellent during his time with the Dodgers in 2022, and his 2.48 ERA and 1.18 WHIP provide steadiness to a pitching staff beset by injuries. The Halos might attach some cash in exchange for a better prospect.
Los Angeles acquires a prospect in this trade who might eventually make the starting lineup in 2026. The 21-year-old Ronan Knopp was dominant in High-A last season, allowing just a.184 batting average while striking out 35.8 percent of batters. His command is a problem, as evidenced by his 25.3 percent walk rate in 18.2 innings in Double-A this season. But the fastball-slider combination is intriguing, and there’s enough upside here to make cutting ties with Anderson worthwhile.
Taylor Ward was traded to the Phillies of Philadelphia.
Swift has excelled while wearing an Angels uniform. A native of California, he played in 372 games between 2021 and 2024 and finished with a.787 OPS, 58 home runs, and 185 RBI. Although Ward’s numbers do not suggest that he is a perpetual outfielder, his production has gone unnoticed, especially with the lack of support in the lineup surrounding him.
In the corner outfield, the Philadelphia Phillies require assistance. The Phillies are 18th in right field’s OPS (.670) and 23rd in left fielders’ OS (.665) going into today’s MLB games. Although the majority of Philadelphia’s supporters would like a more well-known player, Ward is appealing due to his $4.8 million contract this season and his eligibility for arbitration through 2026.
Gabriel Rincones Jr., who is 23 years old and a Double-A player, has excelled at the plate. He has a slash line of.300/.417/.600 and a 16.7% walk rate. Although he did sustain a torn ligament in his right thumb in April, he ought to be getting closer to making a comeback. By 2026, if he continues to grow, the Angels will have a potent corner outfield option.
Seattle Mariners receive Luis Rengifo from the Los Angeles Angels.
If you are handing a division competitor a top player with several years of contract control, then that is the only situation in which you should avoid trading with them. If not, act in the best interests of your team’s future. Even though Luis Rengifo has contributed significantly to the Angels lineup this season, Los Angeles might be better off trading him to a contending team in order to improve its long-term prospects.
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The Seattle Mariners’ lineup clearly has a hole in it. As of June 25, Seattle had 23rd-placed second basemen with an OPS of.631 and 23rd-placed third basemen with an OPS of.659 in the league. Rengifo would benefit Seattle no matter where the team wanted him to play.
