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Yahoo
08-05-2025
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Jorge Soler's 3-run double in the 9th inning gives Angels 5-4 win over Blue Jays
Toronto Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. scores on a single by Anthony Santander during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) Los Angeles Angels' Kyren Paris, right, gestures as he scores after hitting a solo home run as Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk kneels at the plate during the seventh inning of a baseball game Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) Los Angeles Angels' Jorge Soler, right, hits a walk-off double as Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk watches during the ninth inning of a baseball game Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) Los Angeles Angels' Nolan Schanuel, second from left, scores the winning run on a double by Jorge Soler as teammates, Kyren Paris, center, Logan O'Hoppe, second from right, and Zach Neto, right, celebrate while Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk watches during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays, Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) Los Angeles Angels' Jorge Soler, left, has liquid pure on him by Zach Neto, center, and Logan O'Hoppe after he hit a walk-off double during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays, Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) Los Angeles Angels' Jorge Soler, left, has liquid pure on him by Zach Neto, center, and Logan O'Hoppe after he hit a walk-off double during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays, Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) Toronto Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. scores on a single by Anthony Santander during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) Los Angeles Angels' Kyren Paris, right, gestures as he scores after hitting a solo home run as Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk kneels at the plate during the seventh inning of a baseball game Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) Los Angeles Angels' Jorge Soler, right, hits a walk-off double as Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk watches during the ninth inning of a baseball game Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) Los Angeles Angels' Nolan Schanuel, second from left, scores the winning run on a double by Jorge Soler as teammates, Kyren Paris, center, Logan O'Hoppe, second from right, and Zach Neto, right, celebrate while Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk watches during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays, Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) Los Angeles Angels' Jorge Soler, left, has liquid pure on him by Zach Neto, center, and Logan O'Hoppe after he hit a walk-off double during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays, Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Jorge Soler lined a double into the left-field corner with the bases loaded to drive in three runs in the ninth inning and lift the Los Angeles Angels to a 5-4 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday night. Trailing 4-2, the Angels loaded the bases with no outs against Blue Jays closer Jeff Hoffman (3-1) when Kyren Paris drew a four-pitch walk and Zach Neto and Nolan Schanuel singled. Advertisement Hoffman struck out Taylor Ward for the first out, but Soler drove a ball that rolled into the corner and past left fielder Jonatan Clase for the comeback win. The Blue Jays opened the seventh with five straight hits, including Myles Straw's go-ahead RBI single and Bo Bichette's two-run single, to take a 4-1 lead. Toronto starter José Berríos gave up two runs — solo homers by Paris and Yoan Moncada — and five hits in six innings, striking out nine, walking five and inducing 18 swinging strikes. Angels starter Yusei Kikuchi gave up one run and five hits in six innings. Brock Burke (3-0), Los Angeles' fifth pitcher, got the win with one scoreless inning. Advertisement With the score tied at 1, Ernie Clement opened the seventh with a double off Reid Detmers. Andrés Giménez beat out a sacrifice bunt for a single and Straw singled home Clement to give Toronto a 2-1 lead. Bichette singled in two runs to make it 4-1. Paris homered in the seventh off Berríos to pull the Angels within 4-2. Key moment With two on and one out in the eighth, Moncada made a diving backhand stop of Straw's grounder down the third-base line, got up, stepped on the bag and threw to first to complete an inning-ending double play and preserve a 4-2 deficit. Key stat The Angels have allowed nine bunt hits this season, tied with Miami for the most in the majors. Up next RHP Chris Bassitt (2-2, 2.95 ERA) will start Thursday's series finale for the Blue Jays against RHP Jose Soriano (2-4, 3.83 ERA). — AP MLB:
Yahoo
07-05-2025
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The hottest start of the 2025 MLB season belongs to ... the Los Angeles Angels??
On the latest episode of "Baseball Bar-B-Cast," the hosts discussed the only team that hasn't lost a series in 2025 (This article was written with the assistance of Castmagic, an AI tool, and reviewed by our editorial team to ensure accuracy. Please reach out to us if you notice any mistakes.) The start of the 2025 MLB season has been a roller coaster for many teams, but few have begun their campaign quite like the Los Angeles Angels. In the latest episode of "Baseball Bar-B-Cast," hosts Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman dive in to how the Angels have managed to capture the baseball world's attention. The Angels are the only team yet to lose a series this season. "I don't believe in this franchise," Mintz said. "And yet, so far this season, this team, at the very least, has provided reasons for optimism." "Let us recall that this season began for the Angels with Nicky Lopez pitching on Opening Day against the White Sox," Shusterman noted. "And we were like, all right, here we go again. We're on our way to 100 losses. This is the most embarrassing franchise in baseball." And yet, through two weeks, the Angels stand out with their surprising achievement: They've won all four series they've played, albeit without sweeping any of them. Despite their success, the 8-4 Angels find themselves trailing the 9-4 Texas Rangers by a half-game in the AL West. This embedded content is not available in your region. A standout story for the Angels is the unforeseen rise of Kyren Paris, who boasts an impressive 1.485 OPS, a 1.000 slugging percentage, five home runs and four steals so far. Paris, 23, was drafted by the Angels out of high school in the second round of the 2019 MLB Draft. As Mintz noted, "None of this is sustainable for even the godliest of men, but there does seem to be something interesting brewing here with Kyren Paris." Paris' journey through the minors was fast-tracked, as the Angels like to do, and then he struggled massively upon arriving in the big leagues in 2023. "And then last year, it's even worse," Shusterman explained. "He hit .167 in 60 minor-league games. He had some injuries. They were still putting him in the big leagues for some of it. He hit .118 in 21 big-league games. "He was 22, so it's not like you were dooming him forever. But this seemed like a case of, 'Oh, the Angels. They got too aggressive with one of their players that seemed to be on a decent track, and now he's paying the price.'" But starting this spring, Paris has looked like a different player. As the hosts noted, Paris worked in the offseason with Aaron Judge's personal hitting coach, Richard Schenck, and has made some apparent adjustments to his stance in the batter's box, which are clearly paying off. "Which is most compelling because Kyren Paris is not a big dude, you know?" Shusterman said. "To see kind of applying some of the same methodology, the same physical moves that have helped Aaron Judge — it's not a perfect replica, but it is maximizing and making the most of athleticism that Kyren Paris has always had." Will Paris slug 1.000 for the rest of the season? Almost definitely not, but as the hosts pointed out, he also brings defensive versatility that will continue to benefit the Angels. What else is going right in Anaheim? The hosts took a look at the rest of the lineup, highlighted by new right fielder Mike Trout, who has also hit five home runs. And the Angels have seen some improvements in their starting pitching, thanks to Kyle Hendricks and Jose Soriano stepping up early in the season. Lastly, the Angels have Kenley Jansen anchoring the bullpen and closing out games. Shusterman summed it up well: "We're talking about 12 games, and when you have a couple good starting pitchers and an offense that's hitting a bunch of homers, you're going to win a decent number of games." It's important to note that the Angels have played the Rays, White Sox, Guardians and Cardinals — not exactly the most daunting slate of opponents. Also, the Angels have started strong through April a few times in the past few years, yet they've always fallen off before the second half. As such, the hosts aren't buying this Angels team quite yet. "I'm glad they're playing well right now," Shusterman said. "I am loving the Kyren Paris breakout. I'm loving Mike Trout. But they would just need to be doing it for so much longer and so many other ways for me to believe." To listen to the full episode and more, tune in to "Baseball-Bar-B-Cast" on Apple, Spotify or YouTube.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
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The hottest start of the 2025 MLB season belongs to ... the Los Angeles Angels??
On the latest episode of "Baseball Bar-B-Cast," the hosts discussed the only team that hasn't lost a series in 2025 (This article was written with the assistance of Castmagic, an AI tool, and reviewed by our editorial team to ensure accuracy. Please reach out to us if you notice any mistakes.) The start of the 2025 MLB season has been a roller coaster for many teams, but few have begun their campaign quite like the Los Angeles Angels. In the latest episode of "Baseball Bar-B-Cast," hosts Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman dive in to how the Angels have managed to capture the baseball world's attention. The Angels are the only team yet to lose a series this season. ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement "I don't believe in this franchise," Mintz said. "And yet, so far this season, this team, at the very least, has provided reasons for optimism." "Let us recall that this season began for the Angels with Nicky Lopez pitching on Opening Day against the White Sox," Shusterman noted. "And we were like, all right, here we go again. We're on our way to 100 losses. This is the most embarrassing franchise in baseball." And yet, through two weeks, the Angels stand out with their surprising achievement: They've won all four series they've played, albeit without sweeping any of them. Despite their success, the 8-4 Angels find themselves trailing the 9-4 Texas Rangers by a half-game in the AL West. A standout story for the Angels is the unforeseen rise of Kyren Paris, who boasts an impressive 1.485 OPS, a 1.000 slugging percentage, five home runs and four steals so far. Paris, 23, was drafted by the Angels out of high school in the second round of the 2019 MLB Draft. ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement As Mintz noted, "None of this is sustainable for even the godliest of men, but there does seem to be something interesting brewing here with Kyren Paris." Paris' journey through the minors was fast-tracked, as the Angels like to do, and then he struggled massively upon arriving in the big leagues in 2023. "And then last year, it's even worse," Shusterman explained. "He hit .167 in 60 minor-league games. He had some injuries. They were still putting him in the big leagues for some of it. He hit .118 in 21 big-league games. "He was 22, so it's not like you were dooming him forever. But this seemed like a case of, 'Oh, the Angels. They got too aggressive with one of their players that seemed to be on a decent track, and now he's paying the price.'" ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement But starting this spring, Paris has looked like a different player. As the hosts noted, Paris worked in the offseason with Aaron Judge's personal hitting coach, Richard Schenck, and has made some apparent adjustments to his stance in the batter's box, which are clearly paying off. "Which is most compelling because Kyren Paris is not a big dude, you know?" Shusterman said. "To see kind of applying some of the same methodology, the same physical moves that have helped Aaron Judge — it's not a perfect replica, but it is maximizing and making the most of athleticism that Kyren Paris has always had." Will Paris slug 1.000 for the rest of the season? Almost definitely not, but as the hosts pointed out, he also brings defensive versatility that will continue to benefit the Angels. What else is going right in Anaheim? The hosts took a look at the rest of the lineup, highlighted by new right fielder Mike Trout, who has also hit five home runs. And the Angels have seen some improvements in their starting pitching, thanks to Kyle Hendricks and Jose Soriano stepping up early in the season. Lastly, the Angels have Kenley Jansen anchoring the bullpen and closing out games. ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement Shusterman summed it up well: "We're talking about 12 games, and when you have a couple good starting pitchers and an offense that's hitting a bunch of homers, you're going to win a decent number of games." It's important to note that the Angels have played the Rays, White Sox, Guardians and Cardinals — not exactly the most daunting slate of opponents. Also, the Angels have started strong through April a few times in the past few years, yet they've always fallen off before the second half. As such, the hosts aren't buying this Angels team quite yet. "I'm glad they're playing well right now," Shusterman said. "I am loving the Kyren Paris breakout. I'm loving Mike Trout. But they would just need to be doing it for so much longer and so many other ways for me to believe." To listen to the full episode and more, tune in to "Baseball-Bar-B-Cast" on Apple, Spotify or YouTube.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
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- Yahoo
Rising stars, soaring values: How 2025 MLB's breakout performers are reshaping the card market
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 27: Chandler Simpson #14 of the Tampa Bay Rays slides home to score a run on a wild pitch during the fifth inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on April 27, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Photo by) The 2025 MLB campaign has barely left the starting gate, but the trading card market is already buzzing with electricity as several overlooked talents are delivering breakout performances. For savvy collectors who placed early bets on Kyren Paris, Tyler Soderstrom, and Brady Singer, these opening weeks have transformed speculative purchases into surging investments. As the players work towards what goes on the back of their cards, card values are climbing simultaneously with on-field excellence, creating the perfect storm that card enthusiasts live for. Here's a closer examination of how these players are cementing—or in some cases, elevating—their standing in the hobby through their remarkable season-opening performances: Kyren Paris - The Angels' Hidden Gem Kyren Paris has exploded onto the MLB scene with a ferocity that has caught both scouts and collectors completely off guard. The electrifying 22-year-old has transformed from prospect to lineup catalyst practically overnight, wielding a devastating combination of speed and newfound plate discipline that's terrorizing American League pitching staffs. His mid-April slash line of .306/.404/.673 only tells part of the story—add in his flawless stolen base tally (5-5), and you're witnessing the birth of Los Angeles' newest sensation. Advertisement The collecting community has responded with a buying frenzy that's reshaping Paris' market. Paris's Bowman Chrome autographs—cards that may have been in discount bins just months ago—have become one of the hobby's hottest commodities, with graded parallel versions now booming with sale prices increasing over 600% in the last 30 days. Seasoned collectors who stashed these "sleeper" cards of the prospect who's been ranked top 30 in the Angels system since 2020, are reaping massive rewards, while others scramble to secure what inventory remains. (shop Kyren Paris cards on eBay ) Tyler Soderstrom - Rookie Power Surge Electrifies Market While the Athletics continue their organizational struggles, they've unearthed a genuine diamond in Tyler Soderstrom. The former first-round selection is unleashing the devastating power that once made scouts double take, hammering an impressive 9 home runs through his first 20 games while demonstrating significantly enhanced pitch recognition and power to all fields that suggest this breakout is far from a fluke. Advertisement After his underwhelming 2023 MLB introduction, and similar 2024 campaign, left collectors cooling on his prospects–Soderstrom's 2025 explosion has triggered a remarkable market correction. His 1st Bowman autographs—cards that sat in the $25-40 range for months—have suddenly boomed as the price on his 2020 Bowman Draft Sapphire edition has risen over 700% in the last 30 days. Numbered cards like his 2024 Topps Chrome Update (out of 199) have also seen 30 day price changes over 80%. Mantel community users have been showing off Soderstrom cards that have been waiting for this breakout.. Adding fuel to this collecting fire is the persistent speculation surrounding A's franchise status—savvy investors are positioning themselves early, anticipating the value surge that would inevitably follow Soderstrom's potential main role in the rebuild that could catch fire in Las Vegas. For those who maintained faith through his developmental struggles, the payoff has arrived in spectacular fashion. (shop Tyler Soderstrom cards on eBay ) Heston Kjerstad - The Delayed Explosion in Baltimore After years as baseball's ultimate "what if" prospect, Heston Kjerstad is finally getting the chance to silence critics and reward patient believers with the abundance of playing time that his No. 2 overall draft status always promised. The former Arkansas slugger, whose early career was derailed by a heart condition , entered 2025 with a clean bill of health and something to prove—and the Orioles are granting him every opportunity to show out. Advertisement Through mid-April, Kjerstad has started in 18 of the Orioles 21 games and has been finding his legs against American League pitching. The outfielder currently has three home runs, driven in 12 runs, and has built up an .800 OPS. The collecting community's reaction has been steady. Kjerstad's 2020 Bowman Chrome autographs , which had plummeted in value during his medical struggles, are experiencing a resurrection thanks to his starting role in 2025–and have seen price increases over 25%. Gold refractors that sat in the $75-100 range just months ago are now changing hands at prices nearing $200 and continuing to rise , while his rarest parallels are vanishing from the market entirely as investors lock them away. As Baltimore continues its emergence as an American League powerhouse, Kjerstad's prominence within their young core suggests his cardboard trajectory has only begun its ascent–and the potential for multi-auto cards featuring players in this young core is unlimited. (shop Heston Kjerstad cards on eBay) Chandler Simpson - Baseball's Blur Can Only Be Caught In Packs The Tampa Bay Rays have unleashed a speed demon on the baseball world, and collectors are racing to keep pace. Chandler Simpson, Tampa's seventh-ranked prospect, isn't just fast—he's rewriting what baseball speed even means in the modern game. In 2024, Simpson achieved the nearly impossible, swiping an astonishing 104 bases across High-A and Double-A, becoming the first minor leaguer since 2012 to crack the century mark in stolen bases. Advertisement What makes Simpson truly special isn't just his blinding speed but his remarkable ability to get on base consistently enough to unleash it. His 2024 campaign featured a dazzling .355 batting average and .410 on-base percentage across 110 games—numbers that transform his speed from a novelty into a genuine game-breaking weapon. The collecting community, always quick to identify unique talents before they explode into the mainstream, has begun quietly accumulating Simpson's key cards. His 2022 Bowman Draft Chrome autographs have become increasingly difficult to find at reasonable prices, with some refactor sale prices launching up over 35% . Simpson's biggest 30-day price mover has been his 2022 Bowman Draft Chrome Green Refractor Auto that last sold for $217.00 . As Simpson continues to perform at the MLB level, those who secure his key rookie-year cards now may find themselves holding the hobby's next sensation. In an era where baseball increasingly values versatility and uniqueness, Simpson's unprecedented speed gives him the kind of distinct skill set that tends to create lasting collector appeal and significant potential for appreciation. (shop Chandler Simpson cards on eBay) As the 2025 MLB season unfolds, these emerging stars represent more than just market trends—they embody the thrill and strategy that make sports card collecting such a rewarding pursuit. For every Kyren Paris or Tyler Soderstrom who validates early investor confidence, countless others will fade from relevance, highlighting the delicate balance of risk and reward that defines the hobby. What separates successful collectors from the pack is their ability to identify unique talent before mainstream recognition drives prices skyward. Whether it's Simpson's blazing speed, Soderstrom's raw power, or Kjerstad's comeback story, each player offers collectors something unique to invest in based on their personal collecting preferences. The next few months will determine which of these early-season standouts can maintain their trajectory, but one thing remains certain—those who recognized these talents early and acted decisively are already enjoying the returns that come from seeing potential before it becomes performance. Stay on top of rookie trends with Mantel, the community built for your collection. Are you watching someone in particular this season not mentioned? Share it on Mantel.
USA Today
20-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Kyren Paris Player Props: April 20, Angels vs. Giants
Kyren Paris Player Props: April 20, Angels vs. Giants Kyren Paris went hitless in his previous game (0-for-3), but will have another crack at it when the Los Angeles Angels square off versus Justin Verlander and the San Francisco Giants on Sunday at 4:07 PM ET on MLB Network, FDSW and NBCS-BA. Find odds, stats, and more below to make your Kyren Paris player prop bets. Paris is batting .288 with a double, a triple, five home runs and five walks. Watch tonight's Angels game on Fubo! Kyren Paris Prop Bets and Odds Hits Prop: 0.5 hits (Over odds: -128) 0.5 hits (Over odds: -128) Home Runs Prop: 0.5 home runs (Over odds: +775) 0.5 home runs (Over odds: +775) RBI Prop: 0.5 RBI (Over odds: +260) 0.5 RBI (Over odds: +260) Runs Prop: 0.5 runs (Over odds: +170) 0.5 runs (Over odds: +170) Total Bases Prop: 0.5 total bases (Over odds: -133) 0.5 total bases (Over odds: -133) Stolen Bases Prop: 0.5 stolen bases (Over odds: +350) How to Watch Los Angeles Angels vs. San Francisco Giants Matchup: Los Angeles Angels vs. San Francisco Giants Los Angeles Angels vs. San Francisco Giants Time: 4:07 PM ET 4:07 PM ET Date: Sunday, April 20, 2025 Sunday, April 20, 2025 TV Channel: MLB Network, FDSW and NBCS-BA MLB Network, FDSW and NBCS-BA Live Stream: Fubo (Watch now! - Regional restrictions may apply) Kyren Paris vs. Justin Verlander Kyren Paris prop bet insights Paris has a hit in 11 of 19 games this season (57.9%), with multiple hits in four of those contests (21.1%). He has hit a long ball in 21.1% of his games in 2025 (four of 19), 8.2% of his trips to the plate. Paris has touched home plate at least one time in 47.4% of his games this year (nine of 19), with more than one run scored in four of those contests (21.1%). In six of 19 games this season (31.6%), he has plated at least one run, including two games with multiple RBI. In 68.4% of his games this year (13 of 19), Paris has been set down on strikes at least once, and in five of those games (26.3%) he registered more than one strikeout. MLB odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Sunday at 1:25 PM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. Kyren Paris stats against the Giants Giants starter: Justin Verlander
