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Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani, left, laughs with Detroit Tigers first baseman Miguel Cabrera at first during the first inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Thursday, June 17, 2021. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)
Ohtani, backed by Ward's slam, leads Angels past Tigers 7-5

By Greg Beacham Jun. 18, 2021 12:52 AM EDT

Los Angeles Angels' Jared Walsh (20) and Max Stassi (33) celebrate with Taylor Ward (3) after Walsh and Stassi scored off of single hit by Juan Lagares during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Seattle Mariners Saturday, June 5, 2021, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Ohtani HR, Angels rally past Mariners 12-5; Kikuchi injured

By Joe Reedy Jun. 06, 2021 01:31 AM EDT

Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani, right, watches his home run hit in front of Houston Astros catcher Martin Maldonado, left, during the eighth inning of a baseball game Sunday, April 25, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)
Ohtani's HR helps Angels end skid with 4-2 win over Astros

By Kristie Rieken Apr. 25, 2021 05:32 PM EDT

Houston Astros starting pitcher Jake Odorizzi walks to the dugout after being relieved during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Wednesday, March 24, 2021, in West Palm Beach, Fl. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
LEADING OFF: Red Sox-Twins delayed opener; Phils-Mets play 2

By The Associated Press Apr. 13, 2021 03:28 AM EDT

Los Angeles Angels' Mike Trout celebrates after scoring on a double hit by Justin Upton during the second inning of a spring training baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, Monday, March 22, 2021, in Tempe, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)
Diamondbacks' Gallen has sore forearm, might miss opener

By The Associated Press Mar. 22, 2021 08:30 PM EDT

Oakland Athletics starting pitcher A.J. Puk throws against the Kansas City Royals during the first inning of a spring training baseball game, Wednesday, March 17, 2021, in Mesa, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)
American League West Preview Capsules

By The Associated Press Mar. 18, 2021 07:50 PM EDT

California Gov. Gavin Newsom delivers his State of the State address from Dodger Stadium as his wife Jennifer Siebel Newsom listens Tuesday, March 9, 2021, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
California governor lays groundwork to fight expected recall

By Kathleen Ronayne Mar. 11, 2021 12:28 AM EST

Washington Nationals starting pitcher Joe Ross throws during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets, Monday, March 8, 2021, in West Palm Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Arihara settles into 2nd start for Rangers, 3 solid innings

By The Associated Press Mar. 09, 2021 02:19 AM EST

Los Angeles Angels' Mike Trout hits a home run during the third inning of the team's baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday, Sept. 25, 2020, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
AL West teams at the start of spring training

By The Associated Press Feb. 11, 2021 12:38 PM EST

A photo, date not known, provided by the Atlanta Braves via the Los Angeles Angels shows Perry Minasian. Minasian has been named the Los Angeles Angels' general manager. The Angels announced the hiring of the Atlanta Braves' assistant general manager on Thursday. Nov. 12, 2020, to replace Billy Eppler. (Kevin Liles/Atlanta Braves via Los Angeles Angels via AP)
Angels hire Braves' Perry Minasian as new general manager

By Greg Beacham Nov. 12, 2020 04:30 PM EST

Los Angeles Angels' Mike Trout, center, returns to the dugout after hitting a three-run home run during the third inning of the team's baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday, Sept. 25, 2020, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Too little, too late: Angels, Trout miss playoffs again

By Beth Harris Sep. 26, 2020 09:49 PM EDT

FILE - In this Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019, file photo, The Washington Nationals celebrate after Game 7 of the baseball World Series against the Houston Astros in Houston. The Nationals won 6-2 to win the series. A year after winning the World Series thanks to a historic turnaround, the Nationals woke up Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020, with a 23-33 record and no mathematical chance of returning to the playoffs. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)
Champs done: Time to look toward 2021 for eliminated Nats

By Howard Fendrich Sep. 24, 2020 12:23 PM EDT

St. Louis Cardinals players celebrate after the Cardinals defeated the Chicago Cubs 7-3 in a baseball game in Chicago, Sunday, Sept. 6, 2020. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Goldschmidt, Cardinals tighten NL Central race, top Cubs

Sep. 06, 2020 11:34 PM EDT

The Kansas City Royals play against the Chicago White Sox during the second inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Friday, Aug. 28, 2020. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson, calls for justice continue

By David Brandt Aug. 28, 2020 10:53 PM EDT

Seattle Mariners center fielder Kyle Lewis dives to catch a ball hit for a sacrifice fly by Los Angeles Angels' Justin Upton during the sixth inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Tuesday, July 28, 2020. (AP Photo/Kelvin Kuo)
Rendon homers in season debut, Angels rout Mariners 10-2

By Greg Beacham Jul. 29, 2020 02:33 AM EDT

Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani reacts in the first inning of a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics, Monday, July 27, 2020, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
Canha homers as Athletics beat Angels 3-0 for winning series

By Janie Mccauley Jul. 27, 2020 07:47 PM EDT

FILE - In this July 27, 2019, file photo, Los Angeles Angels' Mike Trout runs to first while watching his two-run home run during the first inning of the team's baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File)
Angels' Trout confirms he'll play this year with baby on way

By Greg Beacham Jul. 23, 2020 12:02 AM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 17, 2020, file photo, Washington Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo, left, talks with manager Dave Martinez during spring training baseball practice in West Palm Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)
'4 Horses' still key for World Series champion Nationals

By Howard Fendrich Jul. 14, 2020 03:32 PM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 28, 2020, file photo, Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani bats during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Texas Rangers, in Tempe, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
Mike Trout hopes Angels can start fast in shortened season

By Greg Beacham Jul. 14, 2020 12:38 PM EDT

The Texas Rangers play an intrasquad game during baseball practice at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, Friday, July 10, 2020. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
Rangers in new home with Gallo back and bolstered rotation

By Stephen Hawkins Jul. 14, 2020 12:14 PM EDT