Angels Scorecard

Team Synopsis: Los Angeles Angels

The Los Angeles Angels, established in 1961, are a Major League Baseball (MLB) team based in Anaheim, California. They are a member of the American League West division and play their home games at Angel Stadium. Known for their vibrant red and white uniforms, the Angels have boasted some of the game’s biggest stars, including Hall of Famers like Nolan Ryan, Rod Carew, and more recently, Mike Trout and Shohei Ohtani.

Interesting Factoid: The Angels were the first team in MLB history to have a player designated as a "designated hitter" (DH) when they used this position in 1973.

Not Well Known: Despite their famous moniker, "The Angels," the team was originally named the "Los Angeles Angels" after a minor league team from the Pacific Coast League. The name "Angels" is derived from the Spanish name for the city of Los Angeles, "El Pueblo de Nuestra Señora la Reina de los Ángeles de Porciúncula," which translates to "The Town of Our Lady the Queen of Angels of Porciúncula."

Team Performance Analysis (March 27, 2025 - August 17, 2025)

The Los Angeles Angels had a challenging start to the 2025 season, with a series of ups and downs reflected in their win-loss record. Over the span of this period, the team played a total of 114 games, with a mix of both victories and defeats.

• The Angels struggled particularly against division rivals like the Texas Rangers and the Houston Astros, often losing games by a substantial margin, as evidenced by multiple 4-1 and 14-3 losses.
• However, they showed resilience by achieving notable victories against strong teams such as the Los Angeles Dodgers, where they won three consecutive games in May.
• The team had a notable stretch from late May into early July where they won several games against teams like the Miami Marlins and Cleveland Guardians, indicating periods of strong performance.

Overall, while the Angels had some impressive wins, their inconsistency and difficulty against certain opponents suggest that improvement in pitching and defense would be essential for a more competitive season moving forward. Updated: August 18, 2025 at 12:47 PM