The 2025 season started off horrendously for the Angels when Anthony Rendon once again caught the injury bug and was out for the season as teams prepared to kick off their Spring Training sessions. Yoan Moncada was signed afterwards as a reclamation project, as the Halos needed a corner infielder alongside Luis Rengifo to fill in for Rendon. And while Moncada’s defense was far below average at third, his offense provided enough value for the Angels to consider bringing him back to Anaheim for 2026 - at the right price.
Moncada started off hot but dealt with his share of injuries during the 2025 season - mostly hampered by a hamstring issue throughout the season while also dealing with thumb, hand, and ankle injuries - that greatly impacted his ability as a right-handed hitter.