Overview
- Shortstop Zach Neto framed 2026 around Mike Trout’s absence from October, saying the team needs to get him to the postseason.
- MLBPA executive Bruce Meyer said players noticed Moreno’s remarks and expect ownership to show a commitment to competing.
- With regional TV revenue in flux, Angels games are slated for an MLB app direct-to-consumer package at $99 per season or $19.99 per month, and no local TV partner has been announced.
- Cot’s Contracts projects an Angels opening-day payroll near $175 million versus roughly $315 million for the Dodgers, highlighting a significant spending gap.
- Local columns cite an aging stadium, stalled redevelopment and declining attendance, with visible fan frustration and some voices urging an ownership change.