Angels Notes: Draft Positioning, Prospect Wins Award, Mike Trout's Example

J.P. Hoornstra | Aug 21, 2024

Aug 20, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Los Angeles Angels pitcher Ben Joyce (44) celebrates with center fielder Kevin Pillar (12) after the win over the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports / Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

The Angels got off the schneid Tuesday, beating the Kansas City Royals 9-5 to salvage the second game of their series against the NL Central powerhouse.

Here's what else you might have missed Tuesday:

Angels' Tumble Into Last Place Comes With Hidden Perk

Despite the unfortunate slump to the bottom of the division, the Los Angeles Angels found a silver lining in their position Monday: their draft position improved. Find out where the Angels stand if the draft were held today.

Angels Prospect Wins Southern League Player of the Week Award

Tucker Flint, a name that was not much in the headlines, has shimmered in Double-A, earning him the Southern League Player of the Week accolade. It's the second straight week a Rocket City Trash Panda has claimed the weekly award.

Angels' Mike Trout an Unlikely Example for Baseball's No. 1 Prospect

Mike Trout's trajectory has offered an unexpected roadmap for Orioles' top prospect Jackson Holliday. The future Hall of Famer endured a surprise demotion before emerging as one of baseball's best players, a minor footnote in his career. For Holliday, it's a major lesson.

Angels Prospect Says Pro Lifestyle Finally Starting to Slow Down

The Angels' recent first-round draft pick is quickly adapting to the pro lifestyle, hinting at a promising future in the majors. Hear what Christian Moore had to say about the whirlwind.