After an offseason that was surprisingly active, the Los Angeles Angels really do seem like a club that has taken a step forward in 2025. The addition of Yusei Kikuchi finally gave the Angels' rotation some real stability and we have finally gotten a breakout season from Jo Adell that fans have been waiting for seemingly forever. At 49-51 as of July 22, the idea that the Angels could entertain buying at the trade deadline isn't completely insane except for one very expensive problem.
Right now, the Angels are only four games out of a playoff spot and the wild card race in the AL is certainly the easier of the two leagues this season.