The Los Angeles Angels have come to a turning point this offseason.
The Angels are proud of their youthful foundation, which includes first baseman Nolan Schanuel, catcher Logan O’Hoppe, and shortstop Zach Neto. The three are set for success, but following nine straight losing seasons, there ought to be an urgency to achieve victories now, or at least soon.
Although the young trio of Halo stars looks promising for the future of the L.A. organization, the Angels could enhance their chances of recovery by signing the most sought-after free agent left on the market, Pete Alonso.
MLB insider Jon Heyman described the Alonso scenario in Anaheim as a ‘split-decision.’
“I understand there’s a sort of divided opinion on what they intend to do.” Clearly, they have a promising young first baseman in Schanuel, whom they favor,” said Heyman during a Bleacher Report live stream. “They might shift him to left field, but this would create a problem since they lack a strong outfielder.”
Heyman stated: It’s “up to Arte Moreno.”
Other MLB insiders have suggested that the possibility of the Angels executing the blockbuster signing depends on Moreno.
In the Baseball Insiders Podcast, Robert Murray talked about the Angels’ prospects of signing Alonso.
“I’d be quite shocked if they finally signed Alonso,” Murray remarked. “Doesn’t ensure that it won’t occur, but I would be quite astonished unless…” Arte Moreno rises one morning and resolves that he wants to ultimately achieve this.
Supporters have experienced some of the franchise’s toughest seasons and merit the signing of a high-profile free agent this winter. Several of the recent additions offer depth above all else. The addition of Alonso would form a formidable power-hitting trio in the Angels’ batting order, pairing him with Mike Trout and Jorge Soler.
However, the front office cannot accomplish this without Moreno’s approval.
The disappointment from the fanbase seems to have reached its highest point. Acquiring Alonso would not only satisfy numerous fans, but also enhance morale within the organization.
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