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Sam Garcia

Sam Garcia

Joined: May 24, 2024

Samantha Garcia is a student at the University of California, Los Angeles. She is majoring in Psychology and minoring in Professional Writing. She is also a sports writer for the Daily Bruin at UCLA.

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Angels to Promote First Major League Pitcher Born and Raised in Italy

The Angels called up left-handed pitcher Samuel Aldegheri to make his major league debut on Friday. Aldegheri will become the first pitcher born and raised in Italy to pitch in the major leagues. The Angels acquired Aldegheri at the trade deadline.

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Angels' Zach Neto Achieves Amazing Franchise First

Angels' Zach Neto became the first infielder in franchise history to have a 20 home run, 20 stolen base season in franchise history on Thursday. He is the eighth overall Angels player to accomplish this feat, and the third Angels player age 23 or younger.

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Angels Veteran Hopes Latest Injury Isn't Season-Ending

Angels veteran Matt Moore was placed on the 15-day injured list for a left forearm strain on Tuesday. It is undetermined if the injury is season-ending. The Angels recalled Ryan Miller to replace Moore on the roster.

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Angels Promote Another Key Prospect Acquired at Trade Deadline

The Angels selected the contract of right-handed pitcher Ryan Zeferjahn from the Triple-A Salt Lake Bees and designated Mike Baumann for assignment on Friday. . This is the first time Zeferjahn is being called up to the Major Leagues in his career.

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Angels' Ron Washington Has One Goal in Mind for Johnny Cueto

The Angels called up right-handed starting pitcher Johnny Cueto to make his first MLB start of the season on Wednesday. In addition to his ability to win, Cueto can offer wisdom to a young pitching staff.

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

The Angels' Mike Trout served as an unlikely example for Orioles' rookie Jackson Holliday. Both were surprisingly sent back to the minor leagues after disappointing first call-ups as heralded prospects.

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Watch Mike Trout And His Adorable Son Make an Amazing Discovery

Angels' veteran Mike Trout and his three-year-old son Beckham opened a pack of baseball cards containing Trout's signed rookie card. Trout shared a video of the exciting moment on social media.

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Angels' Young Star Projects As 2028 U.S. Olympian: Report

The Athletic formulated a 26-man potential Team USA roster for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic baseball team. Among catchers, Angels' Logan O'Hoppe was selected as the backup catcher for the upcoming Olympic Games.

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Angels Summon Notre Dame Product From Triple-A for MLB Debut: Reports

The Angels' acquired first baseman Niko Kavadas at the trade deadline in the Luis García deal. Boasting a powerful bat, Kavadas is expected to be called up to the Angels on Friday for the home series against the Braves.

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How Has Mike Trout's Latest Injury Affected His Memorabilia Market?

Angels veteran Mike Trout has endured an injury every season since 2021. The relentless string of injuries has led to the declining value of his memorabilia. His trading cards have seen significant drops in sales with each injury he sustains.

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Will the Angels Sign Their Young Stars to Long-Term Contracts?

Two the Angels standout players are catcher Logan O'Hoppe and shortstop Zach Neto. Robert Murray of FanSided suggested that the Angels may try to sign the emerging young stars to long-term contracts before they are eligible for free agency.

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Angels Bring Back Pitcher They Released Two Weeks Ago

The Angels resigned reliever Adam Cimber less than two weeks after designating him for assignment. In hindsight, according to a new report, the move might have been premeditated with a return in mind.

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