The Angels' were technically active at the deadline, but decided not to touch their already-substandard farm system in order to get better at the major league level. The 2025 Angels' players and staffers have repeatedly stated that the vibes are great, so they will continue to be fueled by friendship the rest of the way. That is what Perry Minasian cares most about, procuring a locker room full of team-guys who will all work hard and not cause drama. Trading away a Taylor Ward or Kenley Jansen would have negatively effected the clubhouse atmosphere, plus the team wants Zach Neto, Nolan Schanuel, Logan O'Hoppe, Reid Detmers, José Soriano and the rest of the young core to experience something resembling a meaningful playoff push.
Grading Angels' 2025 trade deadline: 1 fence sitting move for the fringe contender
