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12 hours ago
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Phillies Urged to Make Bold Move for Three-Time MVP Mike Trout
Phillies Urged to Make Bold Move for Three-Time MVP Mike Trout originally appeared on Athlon Sports. An ongoing story in Major League Baseball over the last few years has been the Los Angeles Angels' plan for star outfielder Mike Trout. Advertisement When Trout, a three-time American League MVP, signed his 12-year, $426.5 million contract, many figured that meant he would be with the recently underwhelming Angels for the remainder of his career. That still seems to be the case, and Trout has said repeatedly that he prefers to remain in Anaheim with the club that drafted him in 2009. The 387 home run slugger and 11-time All-Star will return from the injured list Friday after missing a month with a left knee injury. Injuries have played a massive part in Trout's career over the last few seasons, and it's one of the reasons the Philadelphia Phillies ought to avoid a trade idea from Drew Smith of Liberty Bell. "I get it. Injuries are the giant red flag," wrote Smith, vouching for the Phillies to pull the trigger on a trade for the outfielder. "Trout has been banged up the past few years and carries a massive contract (12 years, $426.5 million signed in 2019). But he's still an elite talent when healthy. His career numbers speak for themselves. And he's a Philly guy. The fit is obvious." Los Angeles Angels right fielder Mike Trout (27) hits a triple during the fourth inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Angel Mio-Imagn Images Smith identified players like Alec Bohm, Kyle Schwarber, Ranger Suarez, and Nick Castellanos as those with contracts that expire within the next one to two seasons, which would create financial flexibility for the Phillies to pursue a deal for Trout. Advertisement "That's a monster," Smith wrote about the Phillies' potential lineup with Trout. "Yes, there's risk — but that kind of upside is worth pursuing if the price is right. And don't hit me with the 'but his contract' argument. The Phillies have proven they'll spend to win, and if they can structure this right, Trout could absolutely be the missing piece." The Phillies could come out on top in a trade with the Angels for Trout if he can stay on the field and produce like he usually does when healthy. Otherwise, it may be a risk that Philadelphia's president of baseball operations, Dave Dombrowski, is not willing to take. Related: Phillies Announce Trade for Left-Handed Pitcher in Deal With Blue Jays This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
CBS News
13 hours ago
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- CBS News
Guardians rally from 4-run deficit to end Angels' 8-game road winning streak with 7-5 win
Gabriel Arias hit a go-ahead two-run double with two outs in the seventh inning and the Cleveland Guardians rallied from a four-run deficit to end the Los Angeles Angels' eight-game road winning streak, 7-5 on Saturday. Carlos Santana homered off Angels reliever Ryan Zeferjahn (2-1) leading off the seventh to tie it at 5-all. Daniel Schneemann singled and stole second before Bo Naylor walked. Arias doubled to center field on a 3-2 pitch. Guardians starter Slade Cecconi gave up five runs on seven hits in 4 1/3 innings. Hunter Gaddis retired two batters and Nic Enright, Logan Allen (3-3) and Cade Smith all pitched a scoreless inning. Emmanuel Clase pitched a 1-2-3 ninth for his 12th save in 14 attempts. Yoán Moncada and Taylor Ward hit homers in the third for a 2-0 Angels lead. Jo Adell followed Mike Trout's single with his seventh homer to give Kyle Hendricks — in search of his 100th career win — a 4-0 lead. Nolan Jones had a two-run triple in Cleveland's fourth, but Trout doubled in a run in the fifth with his third straight hit to make it 5-2. José Ramírez homered in the Guardians' fifth to make it 5-3. Hendricks left with two outs in the sixth after surrendering a solo homer to Steven Kwan to make it 5-4. Kwan went 3 for 5 and fell a triple shy of the cycle. Hendricks allowed four runs on seven hits in 5 2/3 innings with a season-high six strikeouts. Key moment Santana's homer in the seventh came on a 0-1 pitch and rattled Zeferjahn after he retired Ramírez and Kyle Manzardo to begin the inning. Key stat The Angels have homered in 14 straight road games to match a club record as they look for their first series win in Cleveland since 2013. Up next RHP Jack Von Kochanowicz (3-6, 5.07 ERA) starts Sunday's rubber game for the Angels against Guardians RHP Gavin Williams (4-3, 4.27).
Reuters
17 hours ago
- General
- Reuters
Gabriel Arias helps Guardians get past Angels
May 31 - Gabriel Arias had a two-run, go-ahead double in the seventh inning as the Cleveland Guardians rallied from four runs down and held on for a 7-5 victory over the visiting Los Angeles Angels on Saturday afternoon. The Guardians trailed 4-0 heading into the bottom of the fourth before scoring seven times over the next four innings. Carlos Santana's solo homer and Arias' double both occurred after the Angels' Ryan Zeferjahn (2-1) retired the first two batters in the seventh, failing to protect a 5-4 lead. Logan Allen (3-3) pitched a scoreless seventh in his first career relief appearance for the win, while Emmanuel Clase picked up his 12th save in 14 appearances. Injuries in Cleveland's rotation prompted Allen's temporary shift to the bullpen. Jose Ramirez had a solo home run in the fifth for the Guardians, tying Earl Averill's franchise mark with his 10th double-digit homer season in a row. Steven Kwan also went deep for Cleveland, and Nolan Jones had an RBI triple in the comeback, helping the team improve to 2-3 on its six-game homestand against both Los Angeles squads. The Angels won the series opener 4-1 on Friday. Yoan Moncada, Taylor Ward and Jo Adell homered in building the four-run lead against Guardians starter Slade Cecconi, who gave up five runs on seven hits in 4 1/3 innings and struck out three. Three-time American League MVP Mike Trout went 3-for-4 with an RBI double and a run in his second game back from a bone bruise on his left knee, serving as the Angels' designated hitter. Trout was activated Friday before the three-game series opener and went 1-for-5 while batting fifth. Manager Ron Washington dropped him to sixth on Saturday when Moncada declared himself ready to play after a one-game absence with a sore right knee. Kyle Hendricks struck out a season-high six in 5 2/3 innings for the Angels, giving up four runs on seven hits with six strikeouts. --Field Level Media
Associated Press
17 hours ago
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- Associated Press
Guardians rally from 4-run deficit to end Angels' 8-game road winning streak with 7-5 win
CLEVELAND (AP) — Gabriel Arias hit a go-ahead two-run double with two outs in the seventh inning and the Cleveland Guardians rallied from a four-run deficit to end the Los Angeles Angels' eight-game road winning streak, 7-5 on Saturday. Carlos Santana homered off Angels reliever Ryan Zeferjahn (2-1) leading off the seventh to tie it at 5-all. Daniel Schneemann singled and stole second before Bo Naylor walked. Arias doubled to center field on a 3-2 pitch. Guardians starter Slade Cecconi gave up five runs on seven hits in 4 1/3 innings. Hunter Gaddis retired two batters and Nic Enright, Logan Allen (3-3) and Cade Smith all pitched a scoreless inning. Emmanuel Clase pitched a 1-2-3 ninth for his 12th save in 14 attempts. Yoán Moncada and Taylor Ward hit homers in the third for a 2-0 Angels lead. Jo Adell followed Mike Trout's single with his seventh homer to give Kyle Hendricks — in search of his 100th career win — a 4-0 lead. Nolan Jones had a two-run triple in Cleveland's fourth, but Trout doubled in a run in the fifth with his third straight hit to make it 5-2. José Ramírez homered in the Guardians' fifth to make it 5-3. Hendricks left with two outs in the sixth after surrendering a solo homer to Steven Kwan to make it 5-4. Kwan went 3 for 5 and fell a triple shy of the cycle. Hendricks allowed four runs on seven hits in 5 2/3 innings with a season-high six strikeouts. Key moment Santana's homer in the seventh came on a 0-1 pitch and rattled Zeferjahn after he retired Ramírez and Kyle Manzardo to begin the inning. Key stat The Angels have homered in 14 straight road games to match a club record as they look for their first series win in Cleveland since 2013. Up next RHP Jack Von Kochanowicz (3-6, 5.07 ERA) starts Sunday's rubber game for the Angels against Guardians RHP Gavin Williams (4-3, 4.27). ___ AP MLB:
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18 hours ago
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Angels' Ron Washington Announces Injury News After Guardians Game
Angels' Ron Washington Announces Injury News After Guardians Game originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Los Angeles Angels snapped a four-game losing streak with a 4-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Friday night at Progressive Field. Right-hander José Soriano delivered a stellar performance, pitching six scoreless innings while allowing only four hits and striking out two batters. Advertisement Jo Adell contributed significantly on offense, going 3-for-4 with an RBI, while Jorge Soler added a solo home run in the ninth inning. The Angels' offense was efficient, with eight of the nine starters recording at least one hit, showcasing a balanced attack that had been missing during their recent skid. The highlight of the evening was the return of three-time AL MVP Mike Trout, who had been sidelined since April 30 due to a bone bruise on his surgically repaired left knee. Los Angeles Angels right fielder Mike Trout (27).Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images Batting fifth as the designated hitter, Trout went 1-for-5, recording a single in the fourth inning. Trout's return is particularly significant given his history of knee issues, including two surgeries in 2024 to repair a torn meniscus. Advertisement However, the victory was tempered by concerning news regarding reliever Robert Stephenson. In just his second appearance since returning from Tommy John surgery, Stephenson exited the game after throwing only three pitches due to right biceps discomfort (via Angels PR). There was initial concern the injury could be related to his surgically repaired elbow, but Angels manager Ron Washington announced a positive update after the game. "Ron Washington said he thinks Stephenson is going to be fine," Jeff Fletcher of the OC Register wrote. "Just day to day, he says. We are waiting to talk to Stephenson." Advertisement Fletcher added, "Stephenson said he was checked by a doctor and he did some quick tests. He's encouraged that's it right in the middle of the bicep (not by his elbow). He said he is planning to try to throw tomorrow and go from there." The Angels had high hopes for Stephenson's return to bolster the bullpen. The team will monitor his condition closely as they return to action against the Guardians on Saturday, hoping to clinch the series. Related: MLB Fans In Disbelief After Former Dodgers Star Joins Angels Related: Angels Star Mike Trout Makes Big Move Before Yankees Game This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 31, 2025, where it first appeared.
