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Halo Territory: A Los Angeles Angels Podcast

Halo Territory is your go-to Los Angeles Angels show. Former Angel Mark Trumbo joins Southern California sportswriting legend Mike DiGiovanna, who has 41+ years covering the Dodgers and Angels at the Los Angeles Times, with authentic insight and fresh Angels analysis all year long. Halo Territory is part of the Foul Territory Network: baseball the way it should be covered!

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    GOING, GOING GONE? Yoan Moncada emerges as DFA candidate as Angels swept by Guardians

    Halo Territory hosts Mike DiGiovanna and Mark Trumbo don't pull any punches when it comes to Yoan Moncada--both think the underachieving third baseman should be designated for assignment. Among their other observations from a three-game sweep at the hands of the Cleveland Guardians: Zach Neto may have found his swing, and unheralded rookie right-hander Walbert Urena establish himself as the team's second-best starter. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    SORI (NOT TO) WORRY: Jose Soriano's dominance helps Angels salvage series against the Blue Jays

    Halo Territory hosts Mike DiGiovanna and Mark Trumbo break down the weekend series in Toronto, where Jose Soriano's stout 7 2/3 innings and Jo Adell's two homers helped the Angels win Sunday's series finale, and Oswald Peraza and Vaughn Grissom made strong cases for more playing time. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Go to HelloFresh.com/FT10FM now to Get 10 Free Meals + a Free breakfast for Life! One per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. That’s HelloFresh dot com slash ft10fm to Get 10 Free Meals + free breakfast for Life. 🌶️See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    GASLIT: GM Perry Minasian called out for selling "an optimism not based in reality"

    Sam Blum of The Athletic and Bill Shaikin of The Los Angeles Times join Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna to assess the job performance of Angels GM Perry Minasian, who has been heavily criticized--and rightfully so--for many awful trades and free-agent acquisitions and the shortcomings of a team that has failed to produce a winning record under his leadership. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. 🌶️See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    TRADE BAIT? Mike Trout's return to All-Star form fuels speculation the center fielder could be traded

    Halo Territory hosts Mike DiGiovanna and Mark Trumbo weigh in on growing speculation that the Angels could deal three-time AL MVP Mike Trout before the trade deadline. The two also break down Zach Neto's slump-busting series against the White Sox, Jose Soriano's sluggish start to May and Josh Lowe's season-long struggles. Buy two months of BlueChew Gold and get the third for FREE with promo code FOUL at BlueChew.com 🌶️See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    A FAREWELL TO ARM: Yusei Kikuchi's shoulder injury puts a major strain on Angels rotation

    Halo Territory hosts Mike DiGiovanna and Mark Trumbo break down the loss of All-Star pitcher Yusei Kikuchi--very possibly for the season--GM Perry Minasian's rose-colored assessment of first-year manager Kurt Suzuki, Zach Neto's extended struggles at the plate and some rare bright spots in a beleaguered Angels bullpen. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Plans start at $15/month at MintMobile.com/Territory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    BOTTOM FEEDERS: Misery has company in Mets-Angels weekend series; Abbey Mastracco joins

    The Angels are off to a brutal start, but things can always be worse, exhibit A being the $363-million flop that is the New York Mets, who bring MLB's worst record to Anaheim this weekend. Mets beat writer Abbey Mastracco of the New York Daily News joins Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna and former Angels slugger Mark Trumbo to preview the battle of basement dwellers. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount. 🌶️  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    "WE'RE TOAST!" 50-year fan and "optimist" not bullish on 2026 Angels; Sterling Ball joins

    Legendary music world figure and award-winning bass designer Sterling Ball joins Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna and former Angels slugger Mark Trumbo to discuss his 50-year love-hate relationship with the Angels, a force of a franchise from 2002-2014 that has lost its way under owner Arte Moreno. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount. 🌶️See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    ROYAL FLUSHED: Bullpen breaks down, six-run lead disappears in KC sweep

    Halo Territory hosts Mike DiGiovanna and Mark Trumbo break down a brutal weekend in Kansas City, where erstwhile closer Jordan Romano was designated for assignment, catcher Logan O'Hoppe broke a bone in his left wrist and the Angels absorbed two Sunday gut punches, Jac Caglianone's game-tying two-run homer in the ninth inning and Lane Thomas' walk-off three-run homer in the 10th. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. To explore coverage, visit aspcapetinsurance.com/FOUL. The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    VERY MIXED: Season's first month features highs, exposes weaknesses

    Sam Blum of The Athletic joins Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna and former Angels slugger Mark Trumbo to assess the first month of the season, which has featured Jose Soriano's dominance, Mike Trout's resurgence, Zach Neto's brilliance and the two-way struggles of Nolan Schanuel and Logan O'Hoppe. The trio also debate whether O'Hoppe should be demoted to triple-A. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    ASKED & ANSWERED: Does $3.9-billion sale of Padres increase chances Angels will be sold?

    Mike DiGiovanna and Mark Trumbo break open the mailbag to answer a wide variety of questions, ranging from the impact a $3.9-billion sale of the Padres might have on a potential Angels sale, the most memorable games the Halo Territory hosts have been a part of, who Mike's early mentors were at The Los Angeles Times and how Mark felt about the Angels' signing of first baseman Albert Pujols to a 10-year, $240-million deal before 2012. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/FOUL #squarepod Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    ODE TO AN ICON: Appreciating 2002 World Series hero Garret Anderson; Tim Mead joins

    Former Angels vice president of communications Tim Mead, who spent four decades with the organization, joins Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna and former Angels slugger Mark Trumbo to honor Angels great Garret Anderson, one of the most humble and unassuming superstars in recent major league history. Anderson died of a heart attack at age 53 last week. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Plans start at $15/month at https://MintMobile.com/Territory. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    KINGFISH REVISITED: "I've seen more swings lost in the batting cage before games than I've seen gained"

    In Part 2 of Halo Territory's interview with Tim Salmon, the former Angels slugger and current team broadcaster, talks about the "paralysis-by-analysis" he now sees in the batting cage, his takeaways from his month in uniform as a team advisor in 2023 and the impact of Jose Soriano's top-of-the-zone four-seamer. Salmon also challenges the accuracy of today's radar-gun readings. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. One thing to pack, five ways to power! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code FOUL at https://www.Ridge.com/FOUL #RidgepoIdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    FISH FRY: Former Angels slugger Tim Salmon serves up thoughts on Mike Trout and so much more

    Former Angels slugger and current team broadcaster Tim Salmon joins Halo Territory hosts Mike DiGiovanna and Mark Trumbo to discuss three-time AL MVP Mike Trout's early season resurgence, shortstop Zach Neto's newfound patience at the plate, how former Angels DH Chili Davis influenced Jo Adell's swing and approach, his concerns about the club's shaky defense and injury plagued bullpen and more. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. One thing to pack, five ways to power! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code FOUL at https://www.Ridge.com/FOUL #RidgepodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Jose Soriano DEALING, bullpen REELING as Angels win two of three games in Cincinnati

    Jose Soriano is 4-0 with a major league-best 0.33 ERA after allowing two hits and striking out 10 in seven shutout innings of Sunday's 9-6 win over Reds, and former Angels slugger Mark Trumbo believes the budding ace "might be the best pitcher in the game currently." Trumbo, Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna and The Athletic's Sam Blum also discuss Sunday's bullpen meltdown, young pitcher George Klassen's struggles and subsequent demotion to minor leagues, catcher Logan O'Hoppe's latest lightning-rod play and more. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    BRAWL GAME: Angels fight Braves; could 3 true outcomes doom offense?

    Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna and former Angels slugger Mark Trumbo break down Jorge Soler vs. Reynaldo Lopez and reflect on the most ferocious baseball fights they've been a part of or seen. They also preview the upcoming series in Cincinnati, discuss the pros and (mostly) cons of the Angels' three-outcome offense and attempt to analyze an interesting Logan O'Hoppe quote. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Use our code TERRITORY10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Story behind iconic Jo Adell photo is as intriguing as the shot; Tyler Kepner of The Athletic joins

    Tyler Kepner joins Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna and former Angels slugger Mark Trumbo to illuminate the back story of the die-hard Angels fan who took what "might be the greatest sports photograph you’ll ever see." The Halo Territory crew also discusses Jose Soriano's early season dominance, Chase Silseth's bullpen impact and the new ABS system. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Use our code TERRITORY10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    It takes a thief: Angels OF Jo Adell robs three home runs in one game

    Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna and former Angels slugger Mark Trumbo take you inside Saturday night's game in which right fielder Jo Adell made three home run-robbing catches, including a spectacular leaping grab while crashing into the seats near the right-field foul pole in the ninth inning of a 1-0 win over the Mariners, a performance Torii Hunter said is “probably the greatest defensive game I’ve ever seen.” We'll also update Mike Trout's hand injury and analyze the impressive starts of pitchers Reid Detmers, Chase Silseth, Sam Bachman and Jordan Romano. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Use our code TERRITORY10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Torii Hunter shares his wisdom and experience with Angels as if he is a "Shaolin monk"

    Former Angels outfielder Torii Hunter joins Halo Territory's Mike DiGiovanna and Mark Trumbo to discuss his new job as special assistant to the Angels general manager, which he describes as "trying to be present, to give guys my perspective on finances, relationships, family and baseball." The nine-time Gold Glove Award winner also talks about his greatest catches, Mike Trout moving back to center field, Jo Adell's breakout season, the importance of team leaders and how he broke in and named his gloves. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Start your 7-day free trial today at https://FOXOne.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Jose Soriano might just be the ace the Angels rotation has lacked; Breezy Nowlan joins

    Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna and HT contributor Breezy Nowlan explore Jose Soriano's credentials as a budding ace, Logan O'Hoppe's redemptive hit, manager Kurt Suzuki's bullpen usage and third baseman Yoan Moncada's continuing struggles. Nowlan then takes fans on a tour of Angel Stadium's new menu options ahead of Friday night's home opener. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Start your 7-day free trial today at https://FOXOne.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Catcher Logan O'Hoppe's failure to challenge potential third strike costs Angels against the Astros

    Sam Blum of The Athletic joins Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna and former Angels slugger Mark Trumbo to discuss the Angels' regular season-opening series split in Houston, where players such as Mike Trout, Zach Neto, Jose Soriano, Jorge Soler, Oswald Peraza and Jordan Romano shined and Logan O'Hoppe and Yoan Moncada did not. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code FOUL at https://bluechew.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Former Angels SS Gary DiSarcina reflects on eventful career and how he became a busy bee in retirement

    Former Angels shortstop Gary DiSarcina joins Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna to discuss the current state of affairs in Anaheim, some intel the Angels should have known before signing Anthony Rendon to a $245-million deal, his eventful 1995 and 1999 seasons with the Angels and the unique--and extremely sweet--hobby he has taken up in retirement. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Get 10 free meals and a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box at https://HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as a discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Start your 7-day free trial today at https://FOXOne.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    American League West Preview: Are Angels a last-place club? Will Mariners reach World Series?

    Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna, former Angels slugger Mark Trumbo and Sam Blum of The Athletic break down the American League West, where the Seattle Mariners are on the rise, the Houston Astros could be in decline and the Athletics could (should?) contend for a wild-card berth. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Angels Mailbag: Are Halos capable of winning with owner Arte Moreno?

    Mike DiGiovanna and Mark Trumbo break open the mailbag to answer a wide variety of questions, ranging from Arte Moreno's commitment as owner to the battle for the fifth rotation spot, potential draft targets, whether prospects need more seasoning in the minor leagues, the "most fun guys" Mark (and Mike) have played with and how media coverage of the game has changed. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Angels might have to install slide rule for head-first diving shortstop Zach Neto

    Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna and former Angels slugger Mark Trumbo do a deep dive on the ill-advised head-first slide into home plate by Zach Neto, who was lucky to escape serious injury in Saturday's exhibition game. They also discuss Italy's magical WBC run, Robert Stephenson's latest elbow injury, Christian Moore's demotion to the minor leagues, Reid Detmers' rotation/bullpen dilemma and prospect Walbert Urena's big stuff.  Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Start your 7-day free trial today at https://FOXOne.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    One month of camp reveals reasons for encouragement and concern; Jeff Fletcher joins

    The Orange County Register's Jeff Fletcher joins Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna and former Angels slugger Mark Trumbo to discuss the highlights and low points of spring training, a positional battle that could reshape the infield and first-year manager Kurt Suzuki's impact on the club. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXOne.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Breaking down Halos' regime change, their new FanDuel Sports TV deal and the WBC; ESPN's Alden Gonzalez joins

    ESPN's Alden Gonzalez joins Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna and former Angels slugger Mark Trumbo to discuss how John Carpino's retirement as team president and Molly Jolly's ascension to the role will impact the club, the team's TV deal to return to FanDuel Sports Network West and some eyebrow-raising performances from Angels prospects in the WBC. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXOne.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Joe Maddon reflects on his brief and disappointing tenure as Angels manager

    Former Angels manager Joe Maddon joins Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna and former Angels slugger Mark Trumbo to dish on a wide variety of topics, from a front office that was a little too "intrusive" in Anaheim, to the deficient weight-room and training facilities in aging Angel Stadium, and to a "culture" that seems to be lacking in a franchise mired in an 11-year playoff drought. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXOne.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    A fan's-eye view of the Angels reveals plenty of frustration; Breezy Nowlan joins

    Long-time Angels fan and season-ticket holder Breezy Nowlan joins Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna and former Angels slugger Mark Trumbo to discuss owner Arte Moreno's "Survey Heard 'Round the World," Zach Neto's bold "nobody that can beat us" claim, what players have impressed them so far this spring and the upcoming WBC. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network. Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXOne.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    New Angels coach Brady Anderson expected to be "calming influence" on team's hitters

    Former Angels slugger Mark Trumbo joins Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna to discuss the impact new Angels hitting coach Brady Anderson will have on the club's whiff-prone offense, which amassed 1,627 strikeouts in 2025, the second-most in a single season in major league history. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Angels owner Arte Moreno claims winning is a priority; most fans aren't buying it.

    Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register and Sam Blum of The Athletic join Halo Territory hosts Mike DiGiovanna and Mark Trumbo to dissect owner Arte Moreno's eyebrow-raising and somewhat bizarre claim that, according to internal surveys, winning isn't among the "top five" priorities for Angels fans. The No. 1 priority of fans, according to Moreno? Affordability. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Former Angels ace Jered Weaver reflects on career highlighted by no-hitter and 20-win season

    Former Angels pitcher Jered Weaver joins former Angels slugger and Halo Territory host Mark Trumbo to dish on a wide variety of topics, from the work ethic the right-hander inherited from his father to the difference between “command” and “control,” the importance of the down-and-away fastball, his memorable 2012 no-hitter, the perils of coaching his sons in travel ball and the hilarious, R-rated nickname for his two-seam fastball. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    With another MLB labor war looming ex-Angels GM Bill Bavasi reflects on 1995 replacement-player spring

    Former Angels GM Bill Bavasi and Halo Territory host Mike DiGiovanna jump in the way-back machine for a ride through the wacky replacement-player spring training of 1995 that was a fantasy camp for participants, an embarrassment to coaches and executives who oversaw it and a gold mine of material for baseball writers.  Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Who are the headline grabbers; what are the most pressing issues in Angels camp?

    The Athletic's Sam Blum joins Mark Trumbo and Mike DiGiovanna to discuss the biggest storylines in Angels camp, from some surprising Robert Stephenson injury news, to the team's center-field conundrum, to new manager Kurt Suzuki's odd contention that "wins and losses are out of your control," and catcher Logan O'Hoppe's "red flag" of a bat path. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Assessing Angels' thin farm system; prospect expert Keith Law joins

    Mark Trumbo and Mike DiGiovanna welcome The Athletic's Keith Law to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of an Angels farm system that has been ranked among baseball’s worst for five straight years. With Angels no longer spending big in free agency, is there any hope that the farm system can boost a franchise that has endured 10 straight losing seasons? Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Angels Mailbag: What changes are needed to turn things around?

    Mike DiGiovanna and Mark Trumbo break open the mailbag to answer a wide variety of questions, ranging from owner Arte Moreno's potential sale of the team, whether new manager Kurt Suzuki, on a one-year deal, could be a "fall guy" this season, and if this franchise is "cursed." Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Current Blue Jays TV analyst and former Orioles catcher Caleb Joseph dishes on new Halos

    Mark Trumbo welcomes former Orioles teammate Caleb Joseph, who provides insights on new Angels hitting coach Brady Anderson and the handful of former Blue Jays–including Alek Manoah, Jordan Romano and Nick Sandlin–who hope to revive their careers in Anaheim. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Sam Blum joins Mike DiGiovanna to size up Angels' roster and provide update on the Rio Foster situation

    Mike DiGiovanna welcomes The Athletic’s Sam Blum to discuss the shortcomings of the Angels' roster with the “wild card” players who could add 5-10 wins to the season. Sam also provides an update on Rio Foster, the high-A outfield prospect who suffered devastating brain injuries in a car accident last September. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Angels still scrambling to secure a local television rights deal

    Evan Drellich of The Athletic and Bill Shaikin of The Los Angeles Times join Mike DiGiovanna to discuss the massive financial losses the Angels have suffered because of the breakdown of their once-robust local TV rights deal, how those losses have impacted free-agent spending this winter and the what team’s broadcasting options are moving forward. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Part 2: Former Angels manager Mike Scioscia talks managing Mike Trout

    Former Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia joins Mark Trumbo and Mike DiGiovanna to discuss all things baseball, from the Angels’ 2002 World Series run, to his first impressions of phenom Mike Trout, to his favorite post-game meal. Hint: “All of them!” Watch Part 1 Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Angels trade breakdown, Josh Lowe scouting report with Marc Topkin

    Tampa Bay Times writer Marc Topkin joins Mark Trumbo and Mike DiGiovanna to unpack the Angels 3-team trade with the Rays and Reds. The hosts dissect what outfielder Josh Lowe can bring to the Halos. Quit overspending on wireless with 50% off Unlimited premium wireless. Plans start at $15/month at MintMobile.com/Territory Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Former slugger Mark Trumbo recalls rise from HS mound to HR king

    Southern California sportswriting legend Mike DiGiovanna puts two-time All-Star Mark Trumbo on the not-so-hot seat, from where the former Angels slugger regales viewers with stories from his playing career. Get 10 free meals and a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as a discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Inside the Tyler Skaggs v Angels trial; Sam Blum joins

    Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Perry Minasian's latest comments are GASLIGHTING Angels fans

    Mark Trumbo and Mark DiGiovanna welcome The Athletic's Sam Blum to dissect the latest quotes from Los Angeles Angels GM Perry Minasian. The guys refute Minasian's comments heading into 2026, and question his assessment and usage of the minor league system. Plus, the guys answer a simple question: is there hope for the franchise? Get 10 free meals and a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as a discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Inside the Tyler Skaggs v Angels trial; Sam Blum joins

    Mark Trumbo and Mike DiGiovanna welcome The Athletic's Sam Blum to discuss his extensive coverage of the Los Angeles Angels v Tyler Skaggs trial. The guys reflect on the immediate aftermath from Skaggs' passing. Plus, Blum recounts his first-person takeaways from the three month deliberations. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Calling All Angels! A "meh" off-season so far, closer is a question, Cody Bellinger in CF?

    Welcome to Halo Territory! 2-time All-Star Mark Trumbo and Southern California sportswriting legend Mike DiGiovanna host. The duo discuss the tepid Los Angeles Angels off-season so far. There is a glaring hole for an outfield bat in the lineup - is Cody Bellinger a realistic option? Plus, Trumbo explains why Anaheim isn't a destination, but should be. Calling All Angels: Halo Territory is your new home for in-depth Los Angeles Angels insight and analysis year round! Subscribe on YouTube and share Halo Territory with a friend. Part of the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Introducing: Halo Territory

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Halo Territory is your go-to Los Angeles Angels show. Former Angel Mark Trumbo joins Southern California sportswriting legend Mike DiGiovanna, who has 41+ years covering the Dodgers and Angels at the Los Angeles Times, with authentic insight and fresh Angels analysis all year long. Halo Territory is part of the Foul Territory Network: baseball the way it should be covered!

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