Los Angeles Angels Podcast

MLB.com’s Alyson Footer (@alysonfooter) and Angels reporter Rhett Bollinger (@RhettBollinger) discuss the latest with Albert Pujols and the possible roles for him in 2019. Plus, how will the club fit Shohei Ohtani back in the lineup once he returns from surgery and could Mike Trout exceed expectations this year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Angels sign Cody Allen to be their closer. MLB.com’s Alyson Footer (@alysonfooter) and Angels reporter Rhett Bollinger (@RhettBollinger) discuss the move and the expectations for the righty this season. Plus, they highlight Kole Calhoun who hopes to bounce back this year and have a strong impact on the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB.com’s Alyson Footer (@alysonfooter) and Angels reporter Rhett Bollinger (@RhettBollinger) discuss the team staying in Anaheim through 2020 and if that will be the long-term plan. Plus, they highlight Zack Cozart, who hopes to bounce back in his second year with the Angels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB.com’s Alyson Footer (@alysonfooter) and Angels reporter Rhett Bollinger (@RhettBollinger) discuss the club’s plan for bullpen and closer. Plus, will prospect Griffin Canning get a shot in the Majors this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Health will be a big key for the Angels with the upcoming 2019 season. MLB.com’s Alyson Footer (@alysonfooter) and Angels reporter Rhett Bollinger (@RhettBollinger) break it all down. Plus, they highlight the importance of getting Jonathan Lucroy as their catcher and they look at the starting-rotation depth after the club signed Matt Harvey and Trevor Cahill.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB.com's Alyson Footer and Angels reporter Rhett Bollinger talk about the signing of Justin Bour and what that could mean for Albert Pujols' playing time. Plus, they discuss the team's search for a defensive-minded catcher and how Dallas Keuchel could be a good fit to pitch with the Angels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brad Ausmus speaks to the media at the Winter Meetings in Las Vegas and talks about learning from his previous coaching job and how that will help him with the Angels. Plus, he's excited to see first hand what Shohei Ohtani can do on the diamond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How will Bryce Harper's contract this offseason impact Mike Trout? MLB.com's Tim McMaster (@MLB_McMaster) and Angels reporter Rhett Bollinger (@RhettBollinger) are in Las Vegas to break down everything from the Winter Meetings. They also discuss Mike Napoli's retirement and Jo Adell's chances of making the Opening Day roster.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Mike Trout get extension from Angels? MLB.com's Alyson Footer (@AlysonFooter) and Angels reporter Maria Guardado (@mi_guardado) break down the club's priorities ahead of the Winter Meetings. They also discuss the likelihood of the Angels pursuing Bryce Harper this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB.com's Alyson Footer and Angels reporter Maria Guardado break down the trade that brings utility man Tommy La Stella to Anaheim. Plus, which players could receive a contract with the non-tender deadline approaching and could they target Japanese pitcher Yusei Kikuchi, who went to the same High School as Shohei Ohtani? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB.com's Darwin Zook and Angels Reporter Maria Guardado talk about Mike Trout coming up short in claiming his third MVP title and 2-way star Shohei Ohtani being named AL Rookie of the Year Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB.com’s Darwin Zook and Angels Reporter, Maria Guarded highlight the biggest needs facing the Halos and GM Billy Eppler.  Plus, they discuss the hiring of new hitting coach, Jeremy Reed and Shohei Ohtani’s chances to win AL Rookie of the Year.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB.com’s Alyson Footer and Angels Reporter, Maria Guardado discuss the clubs decision to hire Doug White as their new pitching coach.  Plus, they discuss how the Angels will address their catching needs heading into 2019 and if Mike Trout can win his first career Gold Glove award. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB.com's Darwin Zook and Angels reporter Maria Guardado break down the hiring of Brad Ausmus and how he will handle playing time for Albert Pujols and Shohei Ohtani. Plus, could the Angels sign Mike Trout to a long-term deal? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are the Angels close to announcing their new manager? Listen in as MLB.com’s Alyson Footer and Angels reporter Maria Guardado break down the candidates. Plus, what offseason needs will the team address heading into the 2019 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Angels Radio AM830 host, Trent Rush, brings you the highlights from this season’s Angels games including exclusive post-game player interviews, fan questions, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is two-time MVP, Mike Trout, still getting better? MLB.com’s Dani Wexelman and Angels reporter Maria Guardado discuss Trout’s consecutive streak without striking out this spring and why Andrew Heaney may have to start the season on the D.L. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Trout is just fine after an injury scare. MLB.com’s Dani Wexelman and Angels reporter Maria Guardado discuss why Trout is going with a new faceguard on his batting helmet and how Shohei Ohtani is adjusting to Major League pitching. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohtani's showdown with Kershaw. Richards' electric stuff so far this Spring. MLB.com's Dani Wexelman and Angels reporter Maria Guardado discuss Shohei's showdown against Clayton Kershaw which ended in a strike out as well Garrett Richards turning heads with his stuff so far in Spring Training. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Angels showcase potential Opening Day roster. Will lowering wall in right field increase home run rate? MLB.com's Dani Wexelman and Angels reporter Maria Guardado discuss the Angels showcasing their new lineup in Spring Training and whether lowering the wall in right field at Angels Stadium will cause a spike in homers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

General Manager Billy Eppler and manager Mike Scioscia talk to reporters from the Cactus League Media Day.  Eppler discusses how the team looks in camp (:24), Shohei Ohtani’s schedule (1:33), and this year’s offseason approach (1:54). Scioscia talks about the extra media attention in camp (2:35) and the change in the spring schedule (3:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shohei Ohtani answers questions from the media before his first MLB Spring Training camp.  He discusses how he plans on balancing both pitching and hitting, his excitement for his first Angels camp and the adjustments he will have to make to the Major Leagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What will the Angels lineup look like on Opening Day?  MLB.com’s Dani Wexelman and Angels reporter Maria Guardado break down the expected 25-man roster and discuss why the team wants Shohei Ohtani pitching out of a six-man rotation next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who will bat leadoff for the Angels? MLB.com’s Dani Wexelman and Angels reporter Maria Guardado discuss the club’s internal competition for the leadoff spot and excitement over seeing Shohei Ohtani in Spring Training. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Angels are going to try out a six-man rotation in 2018. MLB.com's Dani Wexelman and Angels reporter Maria Guardado discuss the benefits of using an extra man in the rotation and how the organization has strengthened the farm system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do the Angels have the best outfield in the league? MLB.com's Dani Wexelman and Angels reporter Maria Guardado discuss what Kole Calhoun adds to the team as an underrated outfielder and what impact Vladimir Guerrero had on the organization during his playing days with team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does Shohei Ohtani have left to prove during Spring Training? MLB.com's Dani Wexelman and MLB.com executive columnist Richard Justice discuss how the team could use Ohtani as a pitcher and as a hitter. They also examine if the team would be willing to use a six-man starting rotation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Angels have totally revamped their lineup this offseason. MLB.com's Dani Wexelman and MLB.com executive correspondent Richard Justice break down the additions that the team has inserted into their lineup for next season and discuss the internal candidates that could step into the closer's role. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the Angels compete for the American League West crown in 2018? MLB.com's Dani Wexelman and Angels reporter Maria Guardado break down why the team needs their rotation to stay healthy and Albert Pujols to bounce back next season to have a chance at winning the division. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Angels have been busy this offseason bolstering their rotation and lineup. MLB.com's Dani Wexelman and Angels reporter Maria Guardado talk about the recent trades for Ian Kinsler and Zack Cozart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shohei Ohtani has a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his pitching elbow. MLB.com's Dani Wexelman and Angels reporter Maria Guardado examine the news of Ohtani's injury and the possibility of the team using a six-man rotation next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim proudly introduce their newest addition, Japanese star Shohei Ohtani, as he shares his thoughts on his goals, Babe Ruth comparisons and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Angels are one of the finalists for the services of Shohei Ohtani. MLB.com's Dani Wexelman and Angels reporter Maria Guardado discuss what the club has to offer Ohtani and break down the team's newest addition of international free agent Kevin Maitan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Angels are looking to upgrade their infield this offseason with an eye on second base. MLB.com's Dani Wexelman and Angels reporter Maria Guardado discuss some of the names the team could acquire to plug in at second and what prospects can help the big league club in 2018. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB.com takes a listen back to the most exhilarating plays and can't-miss moments from the Angels 2017 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who will be playing first base for the Angels next season? MLB.com's Dani Wexelman and Angels reporter Maria Guardado discuss the options the team has on the free-agent and trade markets as well as the team raking in the awards for its 2017 performance on the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Justin Upton followed up signing a long-term contract with the Angels by winning a brand new Silver Slugger Award. MLB.com's Darwin Zook and Angels reporter Maria Guardado discuss what type of season Upton can produce in 2018, his first full year with the team, and if Albert Pujols can bounce back from some health issues last year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Justin Upton has signed a new five-year contract to stay in Los Angeles. MLB.com's Matt Waymire and Angels reporter Maria Guardado discuss Upton's new deal and why they now have one of the best outfields in the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Angels received a pair of surprises to their starting rotation as JC Ramirez and Parker Bridwell led the team in wins. MLB.com's Matt Waymire and Angels reporter Maria Guardado recap their 2017 seasons and what the future may hold for Ramirez and Bridwell in 2018. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking back at the Angels' 2017 season, the unquestionable highlight of the year would have to be Albert Pujols hitting his 600th career home run. MLB.com's Matt Waymire and Angels reporter Maria Guardado break down this historic moment and discuss why, if healthy, Mike Trout could have won the MVP again this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Angels fell short of the playoffs in 2017, but the season was full of exciting plays led by Albert Pujols' 600th career home run. MLB.com recaps the top 10 moments of the year for the Angels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric Young Jr. hit a three-run homer in a six-run 7th inning and Parker Bridwell tossed seven scoreless innings in the Angels' 6-2 win over the Mariners in their season finale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Trout bashed two home runs, including the 200th of his career, and Luis Valbuena's double helped the Angels to a 6-5 comeback win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carlos Perez hits a two run homer for the Angels. Mike Scioscia discusses the loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Trout hit his 31st home run of the season and Parker Bridwell tossed 6 2/3 strong innings in the Angels' 9-3 victory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Trout knocked a ball out of the yard, but the White Sox held on to beat the Halos, 4-2. Mike Scioscia spoke to the media after the loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Luis Valbuena hit a two-run double late in the 7th inning to lift the Angles to 7-5 victory over the Astros Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Justin Upton's 33rd and 34th home runs of the season were the highlights the evening for the Angels as they fell to the Astros 6-2 for their sixth straight loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Garrett Richards tossed six shutout innings against the Astros, but the Angels fell 3 1/2 back in the Wild Card race in their 3-0 loss to Houston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Angels struck first with Albert Pujols' RBI double, but they slipped in their quest for an AL Wild Card spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices