AngelsWin Podcast

“The boys are back!  The boys are back!”     Victor, Chuck and Geoff get the band back together for Episode 51 of the AngelsWin Podcast!  They discuss …  Victor's new college Head Coach role Thoughts on the 2025 Angels season to date MLB's decision to make Pete Rose and others eligible for the HOF Come for the baseball talk, stay for the laughter! 

Nick Wright who runs @LAAngelsUK on X joins Chuck Richter to talk about the Angels start to the 2025 season. The two discuss.... Mike Trout and veteran leadership The Youth Movement has been impactful right away Kyren Paris and Logan O'Hoppe's amazing starts The starting pitching staff and if it's good enough for the long haul This BULLPEN has shades of 2002 Depth is much better in the organization and much more... Jump right in and feel the good vibes throughout Angels fans!   

On Episode 49 of “The Wildly Popular” AngelsWin Podcast, the boys welcome in Angels Broadcaster, Trent Rush!  They discuss …  Trent's background and journey into broadcasting with the Angels Thoughts on how Spring Training went for the Halos Team and player predictions for 2025 And much more!  So sit back, relax and enjoy Episode 49! 

It's St. Patrick's Day, and the boys are deep into their cups with celebration! In Episode 48 of the wildly popular AngelsWin Podcast, they discuss …  Favorite St. Patrick's Day traditions, food and drink  A recap of the 2025 AngelsWin Spring Training Fanfest Thoughts on player performances thus far in spring (who's hot, who's not)  Podcast plans for the 2025 season  And much more  So put on your green, pour yourself a pint of Guinness and enjoy Episode 48! 

Happy Spring Training Opening Day!!!  On Episode 47 of the AngelsWin Podcast, the boys discuss …    • Spring Training Game 1: Angels vs. Seattle    • Trout Moves to RF   • The signing of Kenley Jansen   • The Angels announce Opening Day Starter: Yusei Kikuchi   • Anthony Rendon out for a hip surgery   • AngelsWin Spring Training Fanfest 

Victor Rojas rejoins Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart to give a life and career update before the guys dig into the Angels offseason, roadmap ahead and hot stove talk.  Fire up the YouTube, Spotify, iTunes or wherever you get your AngelsWin Podcast.  Let's go Angels!! 

Happy Festivus!  It's time for the “Airing of Grievances!”    On Episode 45 of the AngelsWin Podcast, the boys …  Read and react to grievances submitted by the fans  Remember the legend, Rickey Henderson Reminisce on 20 amazing years of AngelsWin  Enjoy this 90 minute, end of year episode and you work your way through the holiday season! 

With wall to wall politics, cheers & tears, and general craziness filling our news feeds, we thought we could all use a palate cleanser.  It's Hot Stove SZSN, and the boys are back with baseball talk!  They discuss ...   * What Chuck has been hearing from his inside sources * Moves the Angels have already made  * What moves they're likely to go explore  * A Spring Training preview    So sit back, relax and ENJOY Episode 44 of the AngelsWin Podcast (even though they accidentally refer to it as episode 45) 

On Episode 43 of the AngelsWin Podcast, Geoff and Chuck welcome in NFL Network analyst Adam Rank!  They discuss …  Adam's journey to becoming an Angels fan  His thoughts on the current players and the team's future  Tips and philosophies for drafting your NFL Fantasy Team's lineup  Adam's work in comedy, including a hilarious Norm McDonald bit  So sit back, relax and enjoy Episode 43 of the AngelsWin Podcast! 

It's Episode 42 of the AngelsWin Podcast and the boys welcome back the The Sporting Tribune's Taylor Blake Ward to discuss …  The Angels 2024 Amateur Draft Recap Christian Moore & when he'll be up with the Angels this season & more.. The progression of O'Hoppe, Neto, Adell, Soriano, Joyce, Schanuel.. Chuck's road trip to see the Rocket City Trash Pandas Insight into Caden Dana, Samuel Aldegheri, David Mershon & George Klassen What does the future look like for Mike Trout in the outfield Pull up a chair and get comfortable … it's time to talk baseball!!! 

The boys are back for Episode 41 of the AngelsWin Podcast!  With drinks poured and cameras rolling, they discuss … Which Angels might (or need to) get moved at the trade deadline How did the team do in the MLB Draft Mike Trout prepares to square off against the might El Paso Chihuahuas And much more So turn the politics off and turn the podcast on!  It's time to talk baseball!!! 

It's Episode 40 of the AngelsWin Podcast and the boys are doing a deep dive into MLB Draft and what it means for the Angels.  They're joined by Managing Editor of The Sporting Tribune, Taylor Blake Ward to discuss…  Who the Angels are likely to take What their bonus slots look like for the first several rounds Drafting for need vs. drafting the best players available And much more!  So sit back, relax and enjoy … Episode 40 of the AngelsWin Podcast! 

Victor Rojas and Geoff Stoddart had the week off so Chuck Richter had former guest of the show Breezy Nowlan on and AngelsWin.com Insider, Travis Painter joined the podcast for the first time.  In episode 39 the three discuss: The State of the 2024 Los Angeles Angels Why there's hope for a positive finish to the 2024 campaign that would add hope through the offseason and into 2025.  Angels players that might be dealt at the deadline and which teams are interested in the likes of Tyler Anderson, Taylor Ward, Carlos Estevez and Luis Rengifo.  Travis talks about some of the prospects names that have been floating around as return pieces. Breezy spoke with several Shohei Ohtani fans and learned how they feel differently about the superstar since joining the Dodgers. This and so much more. Tune in!   

In Episode 38 of the AngelsWin Podcast, the boys discuss…    * Victor's experience broadcasting this year's NCAA baseball Regionals and Super Regionals * The latest on the status of the Angels, management and a fiery rebuke from Victor Rojas and the guys on the front office's direction * What should they be looking to do ahead of the trade deadline and the Amateur Draft * An emergency closed door meeting for the players and coaches  * A tributes to Jerry West & Steve Kaluke   Sit back, relax and enjoy Episode 38!!! 

“On a VERY special Episode 37 of the AngelsWin Podcast, Chuck and Geoff are joined by AngelsWin Message Board OG's, Katie Rose and Adam Dodge!  As we continue celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the website, the 4 friends (who met on the AngelsWin Message Board) discuss …  * How everyone's feeling about the 2024 Angels  * Their earliest and favorite memories of the website * A shout out to some old friends  * And much more   So sit back, relax and enjoy Episode 37 of the AngelsWin Podcast! 

The boys are back! Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart talk about the Angels first quarter results and give their grades on the club as of May 18th, 2024. What is it going to take for the fan to invest time & money into following this team throughout this season? The guys also discuss the Ron Washington / Luis Guillorme failed bunt controversy. Was Ron Washington fed promises on acquiring talent that were not kept upon his hiring? Is he frustrated with the front office? The guys also touch a little bit on the upcoming MLB Amateur Draft.  Much more….

On a very special episode of Family Ties … errrr … the AngelsWin Podcast, Chuck and Geoff welcome Angels super fan (and X/Twitter legend) Breezy Nowlan!  They discuss …   ·      Another series loss to the Guardians ·      Thoughts (rants) on Arte ·      Thoughts (more rants) on national media members crying for Trout to leave Anaheim ·      Mental health (for fans and players) ·      Breezy's work with people seeking sobriety ·      And much more   So sit back, relax and enjoy Episode 35 of the AngelsWin Podcast!!!

Victor Rojas, Geoff Stoddart and Chuck Richter talk about the Angels all around game to date on episode 34.  Praise for Detmers, Anderson and most recently, Sandoval.  Trout, Ward, Rendon and O'Hoppe are looking good. Don't sleep on Sano.  What the Angels should do in this Tampa series.  Victor Rojas' favorite announcers and stories about the late great Dick Enberg.  Mailbag questions and a visit from Victor's wife, Kim Rojas. 

It's the day of the Angels 2024 Home Opener and the Halos are off to a great start!  In Episode 33 of the AngelsWin Podcast the boys discuss …   ·      4-2 record and tied for 1st!  Get excited or pump the breaks?  ·      A look at individual player performances. What we like and what's concerning. ·      How much of this is early success is the Ron Washington effect?  ·      Is Shohei going to blame everything bad in his life on his interpreters?  ·      And much, much more.    Sit back, relax and enjoy … Episode 33! 

Who's ready for the 2024 Angels Baseball Season?   WE ARE!!!  On Episode 32 of the AngelsWin podcast we discuss …  *Our thoughts on what awaits the 2024 Angels!  *What does success look like in 2024?  *And that's about it … *OH WAIT!!!  There's something going on with Shohei Ohtani and gambling!   Enjoy the best episode EVER!!!  AngelsWin Podcast Episode 32!!!

On this episode of the AngelsWin Podcast, the guys welcome the television voice of the Angels, Wayne Randazzo!  They discuss Wayne's first season with the team, what he's looking forward to in 2024, the differences between the Mets and Angels' fanbases and much more.    Geoff and Chuck wrap up the show with a recap of the AngelsWin 2024 Spring Training Fanfest in Tempe and Chuck's thoughts about how the team looked.     Grab a seat, grab and drink and enjoy Episode 31!  

The Angels 2024 Spring Training Season is underway and we're back with Episode 30 of the AngelsWin Podcast!   In this episode Geoff and Chuck talk about …  The Angels taking down the Dodgers 4-0 This weekend's 2024 AngelsWin Spring Training Fanfest A trip down memory lane and the Spring Training Fanfests of the past How the team is looking so far and reasons to be optimistic  The Ron Washington effect Questions from the mailbag and much more Baseball is back!  Let's go!  

Victor Rojas and Chuck Richter discuss the club as it enters the first week of spring camp, the latest interview of Arte Moreno and his decision not to sell the club and not wanting to add to payroll, and why despite it all there's reason for optimism for the 2024 Angels. We also took some of your question from the mailbag and added some details on our AngelsWin.com Spring event in Tempe March 7th-10th. 

In the first episode of 2024, Victor Rojas, Geoff Stoddart and Chuck Richter discuss the topics that are top of mind for all Angels fans…    * What's the status of the TV broadcast rights for the Angels and other teams? * Why has there been little to no movement from the team in free agency?  * What free agents are still out there and who would be a good fit for the team?  * Finally, Victor shares some behind the scenes insights on the status of Arte selling the team!     Enjoy Episode 28 on YouTube, Spotify, iTunes and all your favorite podcast platforms.  And don't forget to smash that Subscribe button! 

In episode 27 Victor Rojas rejoins Chuck and Geoff to discuss Shohei Ohtani's departure, the front office's mistakes in terms of not trading the unicorn ahead of the trade deadline and not adding legit names to both the coaching staff and front office, and what moves make the most sense next. The guys shift gears and then share their Christmas traditions to wrap up #27.

Episode 26 - EMERGENCY  PODCAST!!!   Shohei Ohtani Signs a 10 Year, $700 Million Contract!  The Guys Give Their Immediate Reactions.    How are they feeling about losing the unicorn? What does it mean for the team?  How will they move forward and what moves do they need to make?  All this and much more! 

In episode 25 Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart talk about the hiring of the Angels new manager Ron Washington and his coaching staff. Who the Angels may target this offseason during the Hot Stove, and who not to pursue. The guys also talk about Shohei Ohtani's destination and more.

It's HOT STOVE SZN and the guys are back to talk about what's going on with the Angels! The team needs a new Manager. Who will they go with? A veteran candidate like Buck Showalter or Ron Washington, a blast from the Halo past like Torii Hunter, Darrin Erstad, Benji Gill or Gary Disarcina, or someone completely different?  Ohtani is officially a free agent … will the Angels be able to resign him?  If they do (or if they don't) what other players should the Angels look to go after to round out their roster?  Victor, Chuck and Geoff talk about this and a lot more on Episode 24 of the AngelsWin Podcast!

The Angels 2023 Season has come to an end.  Victor Rojas, Geoff Stoddart and Chuck Richter talk about the good, the bad and the ugly that the season had to offer. They discuss the removal of Phil Nevin as the team's Manager and what candidates out there might be a good fit for the team. They make bold predictions on Shohei Ohtani's likelihood of returning. Which players had breakout seasons and which players and rookies had the best chance of being productiive going forward? And finally, a special drop in visit from a female guest who happens to be a huge KC Chiefs fan!!! Who could that be?!?! Tune in to find out! 

For the first time, the guys welcome a Special Guest into the podcast for Episode 22!  And what a guest they got!  Former Angels Vice President of Communications, Tim Mead!  Tim started with the team in 1980 as intern and worked with the team until 2019 when he was named the 7th President of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum.  The stories he has to share are endless!  In this episode they talk about: Trout, Ohtani, Pujols, Salmon, Anderson, Abbott, Spiezio, (deep breath), Landston, Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, Rush, Bruce Hornsby, Zakk Wylde, Kevin Costner, Tom Selleck (deep breath), retiring numbers, the Hall of Fame, communications in the age of social media and soooo much more!  This is a must listen to episode! 

Is it really “Sayonara, Shohei!?!?!” Last night Shohei Ohtani emptied the personal items out of his locked and dipped! Was it an Irish Goodbye? Was it a planned move that was just poorly communicated? The guys discuss the different scenarios that could be at play and what it means for the future. Also … what the hell is going on with Anthony Rendon and his injury? Is it a bone bruise? Is it a fracture? Just how many doctors does it take to make a diagnose?!?! This and lots of questions from the Mailbag! This episode is FIRE!!!

Episode 20 finds the guys welcoming in Week 1 of the NFL season!  But in addition to a quick discussion about how their favorite football teams look going into the season, there's lots of Angels baseball to talk about.  They discuss: Nez Balelo's, Shohei Ohtani's agent, press conference (all is well?), Rengifo is the latest to join the Angels' IL, Seattle pitcher George Kirby's comments on being left in the game too long brings some heat from former players, what should the Angels look to do in 2024 and much more.  Finally, Geoff wraps things up with a funny story about whether he's ever listened to Vitor Rojas' podcast.

It's Episode 19 of the AngelsWin Podcast and Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart begin looking towards the future. With the fate of the 2023 season sealed, they discuss: why the team put so many players on waivers last week, what the likelihood is that they'll be able to attract free agency in the offseason, next year's pitching, Shohei Ohtani, is too much stock being put into the team's young talent, question from the mailbag and much more.  Finally, the guys bid farewell to the legendary Jimmy Buffett.  

In episode 18 Victor Rojas and Chuck Richter discuss the latest news about Shohei Ohtani, and Mike Trout. Victor reads a fiery text to Angels owner Arte Moreno, how Anthony Rendon needs to go & C.J. Wilson's tweets about his time with the Angels. There is so much meat in this episode you better bring an appetite, and we hope you like it spicy!

A 2-4 week by the Angels leaves the guys longing for better times.  Back when they were young and the future was bright and full of hope.  But alas, here we are.  So, is this it for the 2023 Angels? Is it time to stick a fork in them?  The guys talk about the prior week's performance, answer lots of questions from the mailbag and discuss the future of the team and the coaching staff.  

Another week, another .500 performance by the Angels.  That's not going to get it done.  But what will it take?  Join Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart for Episode 16 of the AngelsWin Podcast.  They discuss what's left on the Angels schedule for the balance of the year and what it will take for them to have a shot at the playoffs.  Also, what could 2024 look like without Ohtani?  They answer some great fan mailbag questions.  And finally, a farewell to some friends.  

The Angels put all their chips into the middle of the table at the trade deadline with some big moves!  Since then, the team is 0 for August.  Is it too late?  Is this really just a .500 team and that's all they're going to be?  Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart commiserate and discuss what, if anything, can be done.  Plus …. a deep dive discussion on pitching philosophy!  Do teams need to start relying more on their manager's eyes, instead of deciding in advance how long a pitcher will go before they've even thrown a pitch? Why just 3 times through a lineup? Why stop at 100 pitches?  Victor shares a behind the scenes story on this topic that happened during the Billy Eppler days. 

It's time for Episode 14 of the AngelsWin Podcast!  Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart discuss how 3 solid series against the Yankees, Pirates and Tigers gave way to a rough weekend in Toronto.  Plus, Ohtani is staying and Perry Minasian made some moves for pitching!  Is he done?  What else is needed? Do the Angels have enough for the stretch run?  Tune in and see what the guys think! 

After a break for the All Star Game, the boys are back for Episode 13.  Join Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart as they discuss the Angels' performance against the Astros and Yankees.  Then, the topic on everyone's mind …  what will the team do with Shohei Ohtani?  If a big move is done, which teams might make the most sense to provide the haul the Angels would need to let him go?  Enjoy the baseball talk and product placements! 

Victor Rojas shares some never heard before insight into the Arte Moreno exploratory sale of the team, we discuss at length the Shohei Ohtani situation, what are the Angels chances coming out of the break, their injuries and who they may select in today's 2023 MLB Amateur Draft in the first round.

Episode #11 of the AngelsWin Podcast is here! Victor Rojas, Geoff Stoddart and Chuck Richter discuss a very disappointing week for the Angels.  Also: Who is this team?  What can be done? Are there moves that make sense?  Finally … Shohei Ohtani!!!  Can the Angels keep him?  And if so, what will it take? 

We made it to Episode #10!!! Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart come down off the high of Episode #9 to discuss the trainwreck that was the prior week against the Dodgers and Rockies.  A week so bad that even a historic game by the offense at Coors Field couldn't make better.  We review a busy 4 days by Angels GM, Perry Minasian and what all the moves could mean for the team going forward.  And Geoff wraps things up with a shout out to Angels fan Timothy Daniels and his family. 

Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter & Geoff Stoddart discuss their favorite memories of their dad's coming off Father's Day weekend. The Los Angeles Angels past week against the Texas Rangers and Kansas City Royals. A Look ahead against the Los Angeles Dodgers Freeway Series and Colorado Rockies. They discuss player performances, the Oakland A's move and some insight into Albert Pujols tenure with the Angels, then got to the mailbag with your questions which included who the Angels will target before or at the trade deadline. 

It's Episode #8 and Victor Rojas is back!  Join Victor, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart as they discuss:  Victor's time calling games last week in the NCAA Stillwater Regionals, the sweep of the Cubs and series win over the Mariners, Shohei Ohtani's resigning status, Mike Trout's recent woahs at the plate, next week's road trips to play 4 the Rangers and the Royals, and finally they answer your questions from the Mailbag.

Join Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart for Episode #7 of the AngelsWin Podcast.  The boys talk about the nice trip to Chicago, that was followed by a brutal 4 games in Houston.  They also discuss: the state of the Angels starting pitching, Halos that are struggling and those that are producing.  What's up with Trout?  How far away is the team in needing to make a decision on Shohei Ohtani before the trade deadline?  They wrap up with a look at the week ahead against the Cubs and Mariners, and they take your questions in the Mailbag segment.  

Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart talk briefly about the Angels great start to the week in sweeping the Boston Red Sox, only to get swept by the Miami Marlins over the weekend. So much more including some tremendous insight from Victor Rojas, the week ahead against the Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros, the mailbag, Richter Scale and more in episode 6. 

Chuck Richter from AngelsWin.com and Nick from LAAngelsUK talk all things Angels Baseball, Cricket, Beer & Booze and more. 

Victor Rojas and Chuck Richter talk about the Angels past couple weeks of play, should Mickey Moniak overtake Taylor Ward as the starting LF and leadoff guy, where does Jo Adell fit who is crushing the ball and playing good defense in Triple-A, is Matt Wise on the hot seat? Talked about Patrick Sandoval, Reid Detmers, Shohei Ohtani, Jared Walsh's return, and we took your questions from the mailbag.

Victor Rojas & the AngelsWin team of Chuck Richter & Geoff Stoddart talk about this past week's games, the Athletic's article on Aaron Loup and the Angels pitching philosophy, Jose Suarez, The bullpen and how good they've been, an update on the Top-5 Prospects now that O'Hoppe, Neto, Silseth are graduating, the American League, and MUCH MORE, including your mailbag questions.

In this episode of the AngelsWin Podcast Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart talk about the Los Angeles Angels past week, week ahead and who were some of the players who stood out, both good and bad. Spoke extensively on Zach Neto & Taylor Ward, and also where Anthony Rendon may fit in the Angels lineup. We also took questions from the mailbag from the fans and briefly talked about the NFL Draft. 

Victor Rojas, Geoff Stoddart and Chuck Richter discuss the Angels last week & week ahead - The BIG-A celebrated their 57th and the guys shared their favorite moments at Angel Stadium - The devastating Logan O'Hoppe injury - Starting Pitching, Bullpen & Offense - Mailbag Questions - Victor Rojas with a fan requested Ohtani-San Big-Fly home run call - Much more...