Angels Notes: Tyler Anderson Rumors, Fan Runs Onto Field, Taylor Ward Trade?

Jun 9, 2024; Anaheim, California, USA;  Los Angeles Angels catcher Logan O'Hoppe is doused with ice and sports drink by shortstop Zach Neto (left) and center fielder Mickey Moniak (right) after hitting a game winning walk off home run in bottom of the ninth inning against the Houston Astros at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 9, 2024; Anaheim, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels catcher Logan O'Hoppe is doused with ice and sports drink by shortstop Zach Neto (left) and center fielder Mickey Moniak (right) after hitting a game winning walk off home run in bottom of the ninth inning against the Houston Astros at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports / Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports
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The first walk-off home run of Logan O'Hoppe's career made the difference in the Angels' 9-7 win over the Houston Astros on Sunday. The happy ending helped the Angels avoid a series sweep.

Here's all the headlines you might have missed Sunday:

Trade Speculations Involving Tyler Anderson

There is mounting speculation that Tyler Anderson, one of the top pitchers in the Angels' rotation, may soon be traded. An insider indicated that there's a "good" chance Anderson will be moved as the trade deadline approaches.

Halos Open to Offers for Outfielder Taylor Ward

The Angels appear to be considering roster changes, with reports that they are open to listening to trade offers for outfielder Taylor Ward. At 25-40 and 11 games back of first place in the AL West (9 back of the wild card), a trade of Ward would officially signal the Angels' front office doesn't expect to contend this year.

Unexpected Excitement at Minor League Game

An unexpected event occurred during an Inland Empire game, a minor league affiliate of the Angels, which caught attendees by surprise. A young fan’s impromptu dash across the field, leading to an encounter with a security guard, added some unplanned excitement to the evening.


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J.P. Hoornstra
J.P. HOORNSTRA

J.P. Hoornstra writes and edits Major League Baseball content for Halos Today, and is the author of 'The 50 Greatest Dodger Games Of All Time.' He once recorded a keyboard solo on the same album as two of the original Doors.