Los Angeles Angels

Matt Thaiss is in the starting lineup for the Angels Sunday.

Fantasy Impact: Thaiss will start behind the plate and bat sixth against the Rangers. He is hitting .201, with two home runs, and 16 RBI this season.

Logan O'Hoppe is out of the starting lineup for the Angels Sunday.

Fantasy Impact: O'Hoppe will head to the bench for the season finale with the Rangers. Matt Thaiss will start behind the plate and bat sixth.

Griffin Canning delivered a mediocre outing in Saturday's high-scoring affair against the Rangers, allowing two earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out four over five innings.

Fantasy Impact: Despite not factoring into the decision in the Angels' 9-8 loss, Canning's performance did little to reassure fantasy managers. His season-long struggles are reflected in a bloated 5.19 ERA and a WHIP of 1.40, compounded by a low strikeout rate of 6.8 K/9. Given these metrics and his unimpressive 6-13 record, Canning remains a risky play in all but the deepest of fantasy leagues. His inability to limit runs or miss bats consistently makes him a liability, and managers should consider other options with more upside or stability.

Niko Kavadas went 2-for-3 with a home run, three runs scored, and an RBI in the Angels' 9-8 defeat to the Rangers.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the team's loss, Kavadas's performance was a bright spot, showcasing his power potential with a home run and contributing significantly to the Angels' offense. This game could be a sign of turning things around for Kavadas, who has struggled with a low .191 batting average over 29 games this season. His ability to draw walks and hit for power, evidenced by his .288 wOBA, suggests potential for improvement, especially if he can reduce his high strikeout rate. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on him for signs of consistency, which could make him a valuable asset, particularly in deeper leagues or as a speculative add for power numbers.

Gustavo Campero went 1-for-4 with a home run and three RBI in the Angels' narrow 9-8 loss to the Rangers.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the team's defeat, Campero's performance was a silver lining as he managed to drive in three runs, thanks to his three-run home run. This outing brings his season totals to a .262 batting average with two home runs and nine RBI over 12 games. While his power numbers are modest, Campero's ability to contribute in clutch situations could make him a situational asset in deeper fantasy leagues.

Taylor Ward went 1-for-5 with an RBI in the Angels' 9-8 loss to the Rangers.

Fantasy Impact: Despite managing to drive in a run, Ward's single hit in five at-bats did little to lift his modest .248 season batting average. His performance this year has been a mixed bag, with a decent power output of 25 homers but a concerning strikeout rate. Fantasy managers should note his wOBA stands at .326, indicating some effectiveness, but his inconsistency at the plate may make him a risky play in crucial fantasy matchups. Ward's ability to contribute across multiple categories keeps him relevant, but expectations should be tempered.

Reid Detmers endured a mixed outing in Friday's 5-2 loss to the Rangers, allowing four earned runs on eight hits and one walk while racking up 12 strikeouts over five innings.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the high strikeout total, Detmers's performance was marred by the runs allowed, which contributed to his season-long struggles, as evidenced by a bloated 6.70 ERA and 1.56 WHIP. His impressive 11.2 K/9 rate continues to be a silver lining for fantasy managers, offering valuable strikeouts, but his overall effectiveness remains hampered by high run and hit totals. Detmers's inconsistency makes him a risky play in fantasy lineups.

Tyler Anderson endured a rough outing, allowing four earned runs on four hits and three walks while striking out two over 4.1 innings in Thursday's 7-0 loss to the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact: This performance marks a continuation of a somewhat turbulent season for Anderson, whose ERA and WHIP have now ticked up slightly. Given his season-long metrics, including a 4.66 FIP and a modest 7.1 K/9, fantasy managers might view him as a risky play. His inability to go deep into games, as evidenced by his early exit after just 82 pitches, further clouds his reliability. Owners should temper expectations and consider matchup-based decisions moving forward with Anderson.

The Angels removed Zach Neto from Thursday's game with a right shoulder injury. (Source: Jeff Fletcher on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Manager Ron Washington has shared that Neto will not play Friday, but he could return to the lineup Saturday. He suffered the injury attempting to steal in the fourth inning.

Jose Suarez allowed three earned runs over five innings in Wednesday's 4-3 loss to the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact: He surrendered five hits and two walks while striking out five. Despite a decent strikeout count, Suarez's performance this season continues to disappoint fantasy managers, with a bloated 6.02 ERA and 1.61 WHIP that hardly inspire confidence. His high BABIP of .343 suggests some bad luck, but not enough to excuse the overall poor results. Given these numbers, it's tough to justify keeping him in fantasy lineups, especially in shallower leagues or those sensitive to ERA and WHIP impacts.

Nolan Schanuel left Wednesday's game early against the White Sox with a lower right leg bruise. (Source: Jeff Fletcher on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Schanuel suffered the injury after fouling a pitch off his leg. He can be considered as day-to-day.

Mickey Moniak is out of the starting lineup for the Angels Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact: Moniak will head to the bench for a day of rest Wednesday. Kevin Pillar will start in center field and bat fourth against the White Sox.

Kevin Pillar is in the starting lineup for the Angels Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: Pillar will start in right field and bat fourth against the White Sox. He is hitting .245, with eight home runs, 45 RBI, and 11 stolen bases this season.

Brandon Drury is out of the starting lineup for the Angels Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: Drury will head to the bench for the series opener with the White Sox. Nolan Schanuel will start at first base and bat third.

Jordyn Adams was scratched from Friday's lineup due to right knee soreness. (Source: Erica Weston on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Adams can be considered as day-to-day.

The Angels optioned Charles Leblanc to Triple-A Salt Lake.

Fantasy Impact: Leblanc is optioned as Kevin Pillar is activated from the injured list.

Michael Stefanic is out of the starting lineup for the Angels Thursday.

Fantasy Impact: Stefanic will head to the bench for the series opener with the Astros. Jack Lopez will start at second base and bat ninth.

Eric Wagaman went 1-for-4 with a home run and an RBI in the Angels' 8-4 loss to the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact: The solo shot marked his first home run of the season, contributing to his modest total of two RBI over six games. Despite the power display, Wagaman's season batting average sits at a lukewarm .200, and his overall performance at the plate shows room for improvement with a .287 wOBA and a .214 BABIP. His lack of walks, maintaining a 0.000 walk rate, alongside a 25% strikeout rate, suggests that he might struggle to provide consistent on-base opportunities. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on Wagaman for potential power surges but temper expectations given his current metrics and limited sample size of performances.

Mike Trout said he is willing to move to a corner outfield spot or designated hitter next season. (Source: Jeff Fletcher on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Trout underwent his second knee surgery this year as he continues to deal with injuries in almost every year of his career. The hope is a position change can help him stay more durable as he continues to get up in age.

The Angels placed Samuel Aldegheri on the 15-day IL with a middle finger blister.

Fantasy Impact: Aldegheri posted a 4.85 ERA since being recalled across three starts. He'll look to earn a spot in the Angels rotation in spring training next season.