AngelsWin Podcast

For the first time, the guys welcome a Special Guest into the podcast for Episode 22!  And what a guest they got!  Former Angels Vice President of Communications, Tim Mead!  Tim started with the team in 1980 as intern and worked with the team until 2019 when he was named the 7th President of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum.  The stories he has to share are endless!  In this episode t...

Is it really "Sayonara, Shohei!?!?!" Last night Shohei Ohtani emptied the personal items out of his locked and dipped! Was it an Irish Goodbye? Was it a planned move that was just poorly communicated? The guys discuss the different scenarios that could be at play and what it means for the future. Also … what the hell is going on with Anthony Rendon and his injury? Is it a bone bruise? Is it a frac...

Episode 20 finds the guys welcoming in Week 1 of the NFL season!  But in addition to a quick discussion about how their favorite football teams look going into the season, there's lots of Angels baseball to talk about.  They discuss: Nez Balelo's, Shohei Ohtani's agent, press conference (all is well?), Rengifo is the latest to join the Angels' IL, Seattle pitcher George Kirby's comments on being l...

It's Episode 19 of the AngelsWin Podcast and Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart begin looking towards the future. With the fate of the 2023 season sealed, they discuss: why the team put so many players on waivers last week, what the likelihood is that they'll be able to attract free agency in the offseason, next year's pitching, Shohei Ohtani, is too much stock being put into the team'...

In episode 18 Victor Rojas and Chuck Richter discuss the latest news about Shohei Ohtani, and Mike Trout. Victor reads a fiery text to Angels owner Arte Moreno, how Anthony Rendon needs to go & C.J. Wilson's tweets about his time with the Angels. There is so much meat in this episode you better bring an appetite, and we hope you like it spicy!

A 2-4 week by the Angels leaves the guys longing for better times.  Back when they were young and the future was bright and full of hope.  But alas, here we are.  So, is this it for the 2023 Angels? Is it time to stick a fork in them?  The guys talk about the prior week's performance, answer lots of questions from the mailbag and discuss the future of the team and the coaching staff.  

Another week, another .500 performance by the Angels.  That's not going to get it done.  But what will it take?  Join Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart for Episode 16 of the AngelsWin Podcast.  They discuss what's left on the Angels schedule for the balance of the year and what it will take for them to have a shot at the playoffs.  Also, what could 2024 look like without Ohtani?  They...

The Angels put all their chips into the middle of the table at the trade deadline with some big moves!  Since then, the team is 0 for August.  Is it too late?  Is this really just a .500 team and that's all they're going to be?  Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart commiserate and discuss what, if anything, can be done.  Plus …. a deep dive discussion on pitching philosophy!  Do teams ne...

It's time for Episode 14 of the AngelsWin Podcast!  Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart discuss how 3 solid series against the Yankees, Pirates and Tigers gave way to a rough weekend in Toronto.  Plus, Ohtani is staying and Perry Minasian made some moves for pitching!  Is he done?  What else is needed? Do the Angels have enough for the stretch run?  Tune in and see what the guys think! 

After a break for the All Star Game, the boys are back for Episode 13.  Join Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart as they discuss the Angels' performance against the Astros and Yankees.  Then, the topic on everyone's mind …  what will the team do with Shohei Ohtani?  If a big move is done, which teams might make the most sense to provide the haul the Angels would need to let him go?  Enj...

Victor Rojas shares some never heard before insight into the Arte Moreno exploratory sale of the team, we discuss at length the Shohei Ohtani situation, what are the Angels chances coming out of the break, their injuries and who they may select in today's 2023 MLB Amateur Draft in the first round.

Episode #11 of the AngelsWin Podcast is here! Victor Rojas, Geoff Stoddart and Chuck Richter discuss a very disappointing week for the Angels.  Also: Who is this team?  What can be done? Are there moves that make sense?  Finally … Shohei Ohtani!!!  Can the Angels keep him?  And if so, what will it take? 

We made it to Episode #10!!! Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart come down off the high of Episode #9 to discuss the trainwreck that was the prior week against the Dodgers and Rockies.  A week so bad that even a historic game by the offense at Coors Field couldn't make better.  We review a busy 4 days by Angels GM, Perry Minasian and what all the moves could mean for the team going forw...

Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter & Geoff Stoddart discuss their favorite memories of their dad's coming off Father's Day weekend. The Los Angeles Angels past week against the Texas Rangers and Kansas City Royals. A Look ahead against the Los Angeles Dodgers Freeway Series and Colorado Rockies. They discuss player performances, the Oakland A's move and some insight into Albert Pujols tenure with the Ang...

It's Episode #8 and Victor Rojas is back!  Join Victor, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart as they discuss:  Victor's time calling games last week in the NCAA Stillwater Regionals, the sweep of the Cubs and series win over the Mariners, Shohei Ohtani's resigning status, Mike Trout's recent woahs at the plate, next week's road trips to play 4 the Rangers and the Royals, and finally they answer your q...

Join Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart for Episode #7 of the AngelsWin Podcast.  The boys talk about the nice trip to Chicago, that was followed by a brutal 4 games in Houston.  They also discuss: the state of the Angels starting pitching, Halos that are struggling and those that are producing.  What's up with Trout?  How far away is the team in needing to make a decision on Shohei Ohtani before th...

Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart talk briefly about the Angels great start to the week in sweeping the Boston Red Sox, only to get swept by the Miami Marlins over the weekend. So much more including some tremendous insight from Victor Rojas, the week ahead against the Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros, the mailbag, Richter Scale and more in episode 6. 

Chuck Richter from AngelsWin.com and Nick from LAAngelsUK talk all things Angels Baseball, Cricket, Beer & Booze and more. 

Victor Rojas and Chuck Richter talk about the Angels past couple weeks of play, should Mickey Moniak overtake Taylor Ward as the starting LF and leadoff guy, where does Jo Adell fit who is crushing the ball and playing good defense in Triple-A, is Matt Wise on the hot seat? Talked about Patrick Sandoval, Reid Detmers, Shohei Ohtani, Jared Walsh's return, and we took your questions from the mailbag...

Victor Rojas & the AngelsWin team of Chuck Richter & Geoff Stoddart talk about this past week's games, the Athletic's article on Aaron Loup and the Angels pitching philosophy, Jose Suarez, The bullpen and how good they've been, an update on the Top-5 Prospects now that O'Hoppe, Neto, Silseth are graduating, the American League, and MUCH MORE, including your mailbag questions.

In this episode of the AngelsWin Podcast Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart talk about the Los Angeles Angels past week, week ahead and who were some of the players who stood out, both good and bad. Spoke extensively on Zach Neto & Taylor Ward, and also where Anthony Rendon may fit in the Angels lineup. We also took questions from the mailbag from the fans and briefly talked about the...

Victor Rojas, Geoff Stoddart and Chuck Richter discuss the Angels last week & week ahead - The BIG-A celebrated their 57th and the guys shared their favorite moments at Angel Stadium - The devastating Logan O'Hoppe injury - Starting Pitching, Bullpen & Offense - Mailbag Questions - Victor Rojas with a fan requested Ohtani-San Big-Fly home run call - Much more...

Victor Rojas, Chuck Richter and Geoff Stoddart discussed the latest David Fletcher news (moved off the 40-man). Will the Angels April Showers hopefully bring May Flowers? Shohei Ohtani and what the Angels will do in terms of an extension or trade. We took your mailbag questions and answered them. Also, Victor Rojas revealed a nugget of information on Ohtani that you won't want to miss.