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With the Angels completing their second straight sweep and rolling on a seven-game winning streak, Steve Parello dives in on the rest of the AL West landscape to examine if the Angels have a chance to rise higher than expected. What to make of the Seattle Mariners' better-than-expected lineup and worse-than-expected rotation? The Houston Astros no longer have a strange hold on the division - where do they stand now? The Texas Rangers' power bats that led them to the 2023 World Series title have disappeared. Are they still real contenders? The Athletics have a promising crop of young hitters and... not much else. What would have to happen for the Angels to make a run in the AL West? If you like Steve's work and want to see more, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

With the Angels sweeping the mighty Dodgers and looking for yet another against the hated Athletics, Steve Parello dives in to analyze what's gone right for the club during their current 5-game winning streak. Will the Angels walk their way back to having a productive offense? Key contributor Taylor Ward is heating up. What does that mean for the present and the future? Pitching has been a mixed bag with one unit flourishing while the other's struggles continue. A top prospect earns a big promotion! If you like Steve's work and want to check out more, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello breaks down the news that the Angels are losing Ben Joyce for the season. What does that mean for the team in the short term, as well as for Joyce's future? Additionally, which other young players may force the Angels to force some harsh truths about their young core? If you like Steve's work and want to see more, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello breaks down the dramatic series so far against the San Diego Padres. Plus, what does a leaked rumor about an aborted offseason trade say about the direction of the franchise? Is Taylor Ward about to heat up? Will the Angels give Matthew Lugo more playing time? What does an offseason trade rumor for a former star tell us about the team's vision? If you like Steve's work and want to check out more, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello takes on an underdiscussed topic that's holding the Angels back. Plus, the Angels get some good news about Mike Trout while receiving bad news about Ben Joyce's progress, and Matthew Lugo wows in his first big league action. Good news on the Mike Trout front / Bad news for Ben Joyce Matthew Lugo gets the call and impresses. How long will he hang with the big league club, and what is one roster move the Angels are probably too scared to make? The Angels have issues across the diamond, but this under-discussed performance deficiency is holding the team back in a big way. If you like Steve's work and want to check out more, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello analyzes the developments at Double-A and Triple-A of some of the Angels' most important prospects. Who is thriving? Who is struggling? And what do these important youngsters need to work on? Will we see the Angels' top two prospects in the lineup and the rotation in 2025? Is a glove-first shortstop finally unlocking his bat? Can this lefty starter find the polish he needs to be a rotation fixture? What's going on with one of the most MLB-ready prospects in the system? Is this flamethrower destined to be relegated to the bullpen? If you like Steve's work and want to check out more, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello dives in on some big Angels news following the team's exhilarating 8-3 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays. A key veteran returns, a trade chip emerges, and perhaps the latest bullpen additions can finally right the ship. What does Yoan Moncada's return mean for the lineup? Can the Angels capitalize on the current baseball landscape and deal a surging starter? The bullpen shuffle continues - do the latest additions have a shot to stabilize what has been the team's weakest point? If you like Steve's work and want to see more, check out the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello reacts to Perry Minasian speaking to the media over the weekend. What are the key takeaways? Plus, the Angels get some concerning injury updates. What does it mean for the rest of the season? Garrett McDaniels heads to the IL. Who will replace him? Yoan Moncada begins rehab assignment. Is his return imminent? Angels get bad news regarding two crucial stars. What do Perry Minasian's comments mean with regard to the team's vision, or lack thereof? If you like Steve's work and want to see more, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello tackles the most pressing stories regarding the Angels today. How hot should Ron Washington's seat be? What are the root causes of the club's myriad issues? And how the Angels' lack of planning may have contributed to Mike Trout landing on the injured list. If you like the show and want to see more of Steve's work, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello looks at two ways the Angels can improve their struggling starting rotation, as well as the positive ripple effects these changes may have on the team both in the short and long term. Why is the rotation struggling? Is a top prospect ready for primetime? Could a shuffling of the bullpen and rotation bring results? How can an improved rotation positively impact the bullpen and the lineup? If you like Steve's work and want to see more, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

With a month of the season in the box, Steve Parello takes out the red pen and grades the Angels' 7 major offseason additions. Who passed and who failed? What does it mean going forward? What grade does Yusei Kikuchi receive as the Angels' ace? Has Jorge Soler solved the DH position? What mark does Kenley Jansen deserve as the closer? Have Kevin Newman and Travis d'Arnaud adequately solved the Angels' depth issues? Has Kyle Hendricks delivered as promised? Making sense of Yoan Moncada's performance at the hot corner. If you like the show and want to check out more of Steve's work, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello analyzes the biggest questions from spring training and how far away the Angels actually are from finding answers as we close out the first month of the season. The Angels are 11-11 and look to be making progress toward their stated goals. Can Mike Trout stay healthy and return to near-MVP form? Can either Yusei Kikuchi or Jose Soriano establish himself as a true ace? Will Jo Adell prove that he has a place in the Angels' future? If you like Steve's work and want to check out more, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello takes a look at some storylines from the Angels' performance over the weekend. Plus, a breakdown of what's plaguing the offense and a look back at some free agents the Angels are glad they didn't sign, and some they wish they had a do-over on. Zach Neto returns, hits his first homer of the year! Is Yusei Kikuchi figuring it out? What's wrong with the Angels' offense? 2 free agents the Angels wished they signed, two their glad they didn't. If you like Steve's work and want to see more, check out the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello analyzes what we've learned from the Angels' first losing streak. Plus, Steve breaks down what the numbers really say about Jo Adell's performance and whether or not there's some reason for optimism. Angels' bats go silent Yusei Kikuchi looked better, is he out of the woods? Is the Angels' bullpen secretly derailing their success? What do the underlying metrics say about Jo Adell's performance? Can the Angels get right against Patrick Corbin and will Jose Soriano emerge as the true ace and "stopper"? If you like Steve's work and want to see more, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello dives in on some key takeaways on the state of the Angels following the team's first series loss of the season to the hated rival Houston Astros. Angels' power surge continues, but are there underlying problems with the offense? Jack Kochanowicz gets roughed up; should you be concerned? An Angels reliever makes his big league debut while another one is starting to prove he doesn't belong on the roster. What's going on with the Angels' veteran role players? If you like the show and want to check out more of Steve's work, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve breaks down the Angels' red-hot start as the team rolls into Houston on an absolute tear. Steve analyzes the biggest storylines from the series against Tampa and calls out some key points to watch as the Angels face their toughest challenge yet against the Astros. Yusei Kikuchi struggles again, is this who he really is? Is Jose Soriano the real ace of the staff? Yoan Moncada lands on the IL. Will his job still be there when he returns? The schedule gods smile on the Angels as they head into Houston, what does it really mean? If you like Steve's work and want to check out more, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello breaks down some of the biggest storylines from the series against the Cleveland Guardians. Plus, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. won't be a future Angel, and what does the early-season data say about Mike Trout's performance so far? Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s extension with the Blue Jays kills the Angels' nostalgia-fueled pipe dream. What were some key takeaways from the Angels' third straight series victory? Despite a .188 batting average, is Mike Trout returning to MVP form? If you like Steve's work and want to check out more, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello breaks down whether or not it's time for the Angels to start worrying about Yusei Kikuchi's performance. Plus, more Ron Washington follies, and some things to watch in the Angels' home opener and upcoming series against the Cleveland Guardians. If you like Steve's work and want to check out more, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello dives in, breaking down the biggest story lines from the Angels' 4-1 start. Steve takes a look at whether or not the starting rotation is better than expected + a whole lot more! Is the Angels' starting rotation better than expected? Are the bats finally waking up? Is Ron Washington making a grave mistake with Kyren Paris? If you like Steve's work and want to check out more, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello dives in on the biggest takeaways from the Angels' 2-1 start. What are the big things to watch for? Steve breaks down the good, the bad, and the ugly from the opening series in Chicago. What's the biggest challenge facing the Angels' offense? Is Kyren Paris the next Chone Figgins? Will Jose Soriano prove himself to be an ace? Which veterans did their job and which left us wanting more? Steve tackles all that and more! If you like Steve's work and want to check out more, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello breaks down the LA Angels' opener. Steve analyzes Ron Washington's questionable decision-making and what it could mean for the rest of the season, while also reacting to Nicky Lopez taking the mound and more. Will Ron Washington's decisions derail the Angels' goals in 2025? Why was Nicky Lopez forced to take the mound? Which players need to step up? What to watch for in game two on Saturday! If you like Steve's work and want to check out more, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello dives in on all the breaking LA Angels news to come out over the last 24 hours and makes sense of the opening day roster as it currently stands after a bunch of wild updates! Mickey Moniak gets his walking papers! Kyren Paris makes the team, what does it mean? Ryan Johnson makes history, can he follow in the footsteps of the last straight-to-the-majors hurler? Welcome Nicky Lopez! How does he fit the team? Logan O'Hoppe sees dollar signs in his future! If you like the show and want to check out more of Steve's work, click the link below: Steve Parello's links

Steve Parello takes a hard look at what would need to happen for the Angels to have a successful 2025 season, tackling what to expect and what really would constitute success. What's the difference between being competitive and contending in 2025? Who are the most important players to watch, and what do they need to do in order for the Angels to call the season a success? What does a popular projection system say about the Angels' win-loss record in 2025? Steve dives into all of this and more! If you like Steve's work, you can see more at the link below: https://allmylinks.com/sparello1489

Steve Parello breaks down a busy weekend for the Angels with a lot of news coming out. With opening day fast approaching, what have we learned, and what does it all mean? Topics include: Jose Suarez is finally gone, who is Ian Anderson and should you be excited? We have a winner in the fifth starter competition. What does it mean for Kochanowicz, Detmers, and the rotation as a whole? Roster cuts are here, could someone shake free that can help the Angels (it won't be Manuel Margot)? If you like the show and want to check out more of Steve's work, click the link below: https://allmylinks.com/sparello1489

On a special Saturday bonus episode, Steve Parello reacts to the likelihood that Kyren Paris, Matthew Lugo, and Ryan Johnson may not make the opening-day roster. Why is that smart and what do these talented youngsters have left to prove? If you like Steve's work check out more at the link below: https://allmylinks.com/sparello1489

Steve Parello breaks down the Angels pitching staff, projecting what the Angels will roll out on opening day and analyzing what to expect from Halo hurlers in 2025. Steve answers pressing questions like: Who wins the fifth starter job? Should you believe Yusei Kikuchi can lead a rotation? Who is the most important starter on the team? Will the Angels actually carry five lefty relievers and why? If you like the show and want to see more of Steve's work check out the link below: https://allmylinks.com/sparello1489

Steve Parello dives in to give you opening day 26 man roster predictions for the position players. Steve discusses the opening-day lineup and bench pieces expected to break camp as well as some keys to watch for with opening day on the horizon. Will Tim Anderson and J.D. Davis make the roster? What about Kyren Paris? Who starts at second base? What are the keys to watch for this year as the team looks to take a step forward? If you like the show, check out the link below to see more of Steve's work: https://allmylinks.com/sparello1489

Steve Parello addresses the biggest news to come out of Angels' spring training over the weekend. What's up with Yoan Moncada's mysterious injury and what impacts will it have on the opening day roster? Is third base cursed for the Halos? Additionally, Steve gives a status update on the fifth starter battle between Reid Detmers and Jack Kochanowicz. Is it time to declare a winner after both made appearances over the weekend? If you like the show and want to see more of Steve's work, click the link below: https://allmylinks.com/sparello1489

Steve Parello breaks down three young Angels pitchers who have burning questions that must be answered in 2025. Can Jose Soriano continue to ascend and become a top-of-the-rotation arm? Will Ben Joyce become a star? Is 2025 a make-or-break year for Reid Detmers? Steve breaks it all down, plus he closes out with some brief updates from Angels spring training. If you like the show and want to check out more of Steve's work click the link below: https://allmylinks.com/sparello1489

Steve Parello reacts to MLB Pipeline being the latest publication to rank the Angels farm system dead last. Were there some nuggets of optimism in their breakdown? Plus Steve presents three big surprises from the Angels' top 30 prospect rankings. Christian Moore over Caden Dana - What does it mean and is all going according to plan? Can Joswa Lugo and Gabriel Davalillo become future stars? The sky is the limit, and what impact will that have on the perception of the minor league system moving forward? Samy Natera Jr. shoots up the ranks after a dominant Arizona Fall League stint. Will he be one of the most important minor leaguers to watch in 2025? How does he fit with the narrative moving forward? If you like Steve's work, you can check out more by clicking the link below: https://allmylinks.com/sparello1489

Steve Parello breaks down the key improvements and questions that need to be answered by three critical young Angels hitters. Can Nolan Schanuel develop some power in his game? Can Jo Adell make consistent contact and harness his big tools? Can Logan O'Hoppe hold up over a full 162-game season? Steve dives in to answer those pressing questions. If you like the show you can find more of Steve's work by clicking the link below: https://allmylinks.com/sparello1489

Steve Parello breaks down the Angels' bullpen options from Kenley Jansen and Ben Joyce to dark horse candidates like Ryan Johnson and Sam Bachman. Steve gives you a thorough breakdown of where the bullpen stands, the many question marks that loom, and the characters to keep an eye on as spring training and the regular season progress. If you like the show you can find more of Steve's work by clicking the link below: https://allmylinks.com/sparello1489

Steve Parello breaks down the Angels' spring training battle for the fifth starter role. Steve gives insight into what each candidate brings to the table, what they need to show, and how they've performed so far. Steve makes bold prediction for the winner, as well as for the future of the Halos starting rotation. If you like the show you can find more of Steve's work at the link below: https://allmylinks.com/sparello1489

Your host Steve Parello takes you through Angels manager Ron Washington's comments about being optimistic about the team. Are these just spring training platitudes? Or is there more than meets the eye? And most importantly, what's the difference between being competitive and contending? Steve takes you through all of that and more. If you liked this episode and want to see more of Steve's work, check out the link below: https://allmylinks.com/sparello1489

Steve Parello breaks down the three top Angels' position player battles, analyzing the candidates and making bold predictions for who will emerge victorious at each positional opening. Steve gives you all you need to know so you know what to watch for as these crucial roster battles unfold throughout spring training. Click the link below to find more of Steve's work: https://allmylinks.com/sparello1489

Hosted by Steve Parello, you're resident Angels expert. Today Steve breaks down the Angels' farm system's bottom rung rankings among the pundits and prospect experts and takes a look at whether the rankings are fair. Steve discusses the successes of the system that are undervalued, the opportunities the club has to address in order to improve the system, and how the poor perception and lack of depth impact the big league club's ability to make moves and execute their team-building strategy. For more of my work please visit: Steve Parello's links

Today I discuss the state of the Angels entering spring training. I recap offseason moves and highlight how, while the Angels have done well in some areas, the team is lacking in overall direction. I also discuss some of the biggest spring training storylines such as Mike Trout moving to right field, possible position changes for key players, and the wide-open competition for roles on the pitching staff. Thank you for joining the re-vamped Bleav in Angels podcast. For more of my content click below: https://allmylinks.com/sparello1489

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