The Los Angeles Angels terminated their TV contract with Main Street Sports Group due to missed payments, raising concerns about future broadcast arrangements and revenue impacts, with options including MLB media or creating a new network, amidst ongoing industry evaluations.
The Los Angeles Angels settled a wrongful death lawsuit filed by Tyler Skaggs' family before a jury verdict, avoiding potential liability in a case related to Skaggs' fentanyl overdose in 2019, with the terms of the settlement remaining undisclosed.
Lawyers for the Los Angeles Angels and Tyler Skaggs' family are in settlement talks amid a wrongful death trial related to Skaggs' 2019 fentanyl overdose, with negotiations intensifying but no agreement reached yet, as the jury deliberates on damages.
The Angels have hired Mike Maddux as their new pitching coach, replacing his previous role with the Rangers, where he contributed to their 2023 World Series win. Maddux, a highly experienced coach with a 23-year career, faces the challenge of improving the Angels' pitching staff, which struggled in 2025, amid a roster with limited pitching depth.
The ex-wife of Eric Kay testified that the Los Angeles Angels were aware of Kay's drug abuse before his involvement in Tyler Skaggs' death, with allegations of team employees distributing drugs to players, contradicting previous testimonies. The wrongful death lawsuit seeks damages, claiming the team failed to intervene despite knowing about the drug issues.
The Los Angeles Angels face another challenging offseason with an 11-year playoff drought, a new manager Kurt Suzuki, and significant financial commitments, while also dealing with roster weaknesses and management decisions influenced by ownership preferences.
Kurt Suzuki has been appointed as the Los Angeles Angels' manager on a unique one-year contract, likely linked to the team's uncertain future and GM Perry Minasian's contract situation, amid a period of team rebuilding and recent coaching changes.
Mike Trout testified that he knew Eric Kay had a drug problem but was unaware of Tyler Skaggs' drug use before Skaggs' death in 2019 due to a drug overdose involving fentanyl and alcohol. Trout described Skaggs as a beloved teammate and friend, and the trial revealed details about the circumstances leading to Skaggs' tragic death, with ongoing legal actions against the Angels.
Mike Trout testified in a wrongful death trial, describing his friendship with Tyler Skaggs and his suspicions about team employee Eric Kay's drug problem, which contributed to Skaggs' overdose death in 2019. Trout noted Kay's erratic behavior and suspected drug use but denied knowing about any distribution to players. The trial centers on whether the Angels were responsible for failing to act on Kay's known drug issues, which led to Skaggs' tragic death.
The Los Angeles Angels have appointed former MLB catcher Kurt Suzuki as their new manager, marking his transition from a player and special assistant to the team. Suzuki, a 16-season veteran and World Series champion, replaces Ron Washington amid a period of ongoing team struggles and recent legal issues involving the franchise. This move follows a failed attempt to hire Albert Pujols and continues the Angels' pattern of frequent managerial changes.
Mike Trout testified that he was alerted to Eric Kay's possible drug abuse before Tyler Skaggs' death and confronted Kay about it, as part of a lawsuit alleging the Angels' negligence contributed to Skaggs' overdose. Trout's emotional testimony highlighted concerns about drug use within the team, with the case bringing attention to team oversight and responsibility.
The Los Angeles Angels are hiring former MLB catcher Kurt Suzuki as their new manager to help improve the team, which has experienced a long playoff drought and poor recent performance. Suzuki, 42, has no professional coaching experience but was a respected player and recent special assistant to the Angels' GM. The team is looking to rebuild with a young core and address pitching issues, under new leadership after a series of managerial changes since 2018.
The Los Angeles Angels have hired former MLB catcher and special assistant Kurt Suzuki as their new manager, marking a shift from their usual preference for experienced managers and continuing a trend of hiring recently retired players with limited coaching backgrounds. Suzuki, 42, has no prior managerial experience but is familiar with the team and organization, and his appointment comes amid a period of instability and frequent managerial changes for the Angels.
The Angels have removed Torii Hunter from their managerial candidate list after contract negotiations with Albert Pujols fell through, with Hunter potentially still in consideration for Minnesota's managerial vacancy. The team is exploring other options including Kurt Suzuki, Rocco Baldelli, Brandon Hyde, and Bo Porter.
Albert Pujols is no longer a candidate for the Angels' managerial position but is scheduled to interview with the San Diego Padres for their managerial vacancy, amid interest from other teams like the Orioles. Pujols, a respected figure in baseball, has expressed a strong desire to manage at the MLB level and has previous managerial experience in winter ball and international competitions.