After another disappointing season in 2019, the Los Angeles Angels must continue to build around Mike Trout and acquire free agents.
The Los Angeles Angels finished the season 70-92, placing fourth in the American League West division. After missing the playoffs for the fifth straight season, the Angels need to take action.
Mike Trout is the best player in baseball, but he needs help. The Angels cannot expect Trout to dominate by himself. They need to continue to do a better job building around him.
Yes, the Angels have tried. They have signed former All-Star Justin Upton through 2022. Anaheim won the Shoei Ohtani sweepstakes prior to the 2018 season, but he has not been as dominant as everybody expected.
It is time for the Angels to up their payroll. Despite owning, Mike Trout’s, the largest contract in sports history, the Angels have more money to spend and should utilize this offseason as a time for major team improvements.
Addressing their starting rotations is a must. If it is either going after one of the bigger pitchers on the market or signing multiple mid-market starts, the Angels must make at least one move to strengthen their rotation.
Besides adding starting pitching, the Los Angeles Angels need to fill holes in their lineup and continue building around Mike Trout. Here are three free agents that the Los Angeles Angels should sign this offseason.