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sports2 years ago

"Angels Part Ways with Manager Phil Nevin After Playoff Miss"

The Los Angeles Angels have fired manager Phil Nevin by declining his contract option for the 2024 season. Nevin, who took over as manager in June 2022, had a record of 119-149 and failed to lead the team to the playoffs. Despite being well-liked by players, the Angels finished with their eighth consecutive losing record this season. General manager Perry Minasian will remain with the team, which has now had four managers in the past six years.

sports2 years ago

Los Angeles Angels Part Ways with Manager Phil Nevin

The Los Angeles Angels have decided not to renew manager Phil Nevin's contract after two seasons, during which the team failed to make the playoffs. Nevin finished with a career record of 119-149 and the Angels finished fourth in the AL West this past season. The team will now search for their fifth manager in the past seven seasons. The Angels' next manager will face the challenge of rebuilding the franchise and potentially dealing with the departure of star players Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout.

sports2 years ago

Shohei Ohtani's Injury Impact on Free Agency and Beyond

Shohei Ohtani, the Los Angeles Angels' two-way superstar, returned to the lineup as a designated hitter after tearing his ulnar collateral ligament and ending his season as a pitcher. Ohtani hit a double and walked three times in the Angels' win against the New York Mets. It remains uncertain whether he will undergo a second Tommy John surgery, but he plans to seek a second opinion. Ohtani's injury has raised questions about his future as a free agent, but his teammate Mike Trout believes he will continue as a two-way player.

sports2 years ago

"Angels Manager Phil Nevin's Evolving Leadership Amidst Team's Challenges"

Los Angeles Angels manager Phil Nevin expressed satisfaction with the team's effort despite their current losing streak, stating that he had previously been angry with their performance earlier in the season. Nevin believes the players are now preparing properly and playing winning baseball, despite the close losses. Shortstop Zach Neto will be sidelined for a few weeks due to back inflammation, but surgery has been ruled out. Right-hander Griffin Canning is nearing a return from calf tightness, and Mike Trout is progressing in his recovery from a fractured hamate.

sports2 years ago

Shohei Ohtani Cleared for Wednesday Start

Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani, who leads the majors with 40 home runs, is cleared to start as scheduled on Wednesday against the San Francisco Giants after experiencing cramping in his pitching hand and fingers during his last start. The cramping is unrelated to previous finger blister and fingernail problems. Ohtani, who was in the lineup as the designated hitter on Saturday, has not requested a day off and is determined to be on the field.

sports2 years ago

"Controversy Erupts in Angels' Loss: Ohtani Homers, Nevin Ejected, Umpire Call Questioned"

Los Angeles Angels manager Phil Nevin was ejected from the game after arguing with home plate umpire Phil Cuzzi over a called third strike on Shohei Ohtani. Nevin received a huge cheer from the Angels fans as he exited the field. Seattle defeated Los Angeles, 6-2, with Mariners rookie starter Bryan Woo keeping the Angels in check for most of the night. Ohtani finished 1-for-4 with a run scored and a two-run home run in the third inning.

sports2 years ago

Trout's Angels snatch victory from Guardians in dramatic 9th inning rally.

The Los Angeles Angels snapped their 10-game losing streak in Cleveland with a 5-4 comeback win against the Guardians, thanks to a leadoff double from Mike Trout and a go-ahead sacrifice fly from Brandon Drury in the ninth inning. The Angels had left 10 baserunners stranded before their two-run rally against All-Star closer Emmanuel Clase, who entered with a 1.86 ERA and an American League-leading 13 saves. The win was also aided by an unorthodox pinch-runner move by manager Phil Nevin and an intentional walk to Josh Naylor in the bottom of the ninth.

sports2 years ago

Angels Manager Ejected Twice in Dramatic Defeat.

Los Angeles Angels manager Phil Nevin was ejected twice from the same game against the New York Yankees on Wednesday after arguing with umpires over a checked swing call on Mike Trout in the ninth inning. Nevin was first ejected by first-base umpire Will Little and then again by plate umpire Lance Barksdale after continuing to argue. Nevin said he told Barksdale he had already been tossed, to which the umpire apologized. The Yankees won 3-2 in the 10th inning.