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Los Angeles Angels History
The Los Angeles Angels started in 1961 as an expansion team in the American League. Singer/actor Gene Autry was the man responsible for founding the Angels. The team got its name from the Pacific Coast League team of the same name after Autry brought the franchise name from Walter O’Malley.
The Angels have moved around a few times since its founding but always stayed in the state of California. While the team started in Los Angeles, they would move to Anaheim in 1966, prompting the team to change its name before the end of the 1965 season to the California Angels.
In 1996, the Walt Disney Company would buy the Angels team and by 1997 rename the team to the Anaheim Angels. The reasoning behind this was Disney’s attempt to make Anaheim a destination place, much like their resort in Orlando, Florida. Disney sold the Angels team on May 15th, 2003, less than a year after the team won its first AL Pennant and World Series title.
Even though the team still plays in Anaheim, the new team owner was renamed the team back to the Los Angeles Angels. However, there was a brief period where the team was known as the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim due to a contract agreement to have the Anaheim name as part of the team’s name.
Now, they play their home games at the Angel Stadium of Anaheim.
Historical Los Angeles Angels Stats
The Los Angeles Angels are a team with a rich history of stars and World Series aspirations. Here’s a look at some historical Los Angeles Angels stats that capture their current identity:
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One World Series Victory: The Angels have one World Series title to their name, achieved in 2002. This victory was fueled by a dynamic offense led by Vladimir Guerrero and Troy Glaus, and anchored by the pitching of Bartolo Colon and John Lackey.
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Chasing Another Ring: Despite not winning a World Series since 2002, the Angels remain focused on contending for another championship. Their pursuit of stars and competitive rosters reflects this ambition.
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The “California Dream Team”: The early 2000s were a golden age for the Angels, with the arrival of Mike Trout and the creation of a “California Dream Team” featuring superstars like Vladimir Guerrero, Derek Jeter (later in his career), and Shohei Ohtani. These star players have brought excitement and offensive prowess to the team.
Championships Won by the Los Angeles Angels
The Angels had their ups and downs since coming to the AL in 1961, but they also won some championship titles at the same time. They have one World Series title and one AL Pennant, stemming from their wild-card berth in 2002. The Angels have also won the Al West Division title nine times.
The Angels’ success in the AL West division has come from the current ownership of Arturo Moreno, who brought the Angels from Disney in 2003. Under Moreno, the Angels would win the AL West Division title in 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2014. The Angels’ previous Al West Division championships would come in 1979, 1982, and 1986. Moreno will be looking for the Angels to get back to their championship ways with the 2022 season.
Important Team Events
The first will be the Freeway Series between the Los Angeles Angels and the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Angels will play the first two-game series at the Dodgers on June 14th and 15th, while the Dodgers will play the second set at the Angels on July 15th and 16th.
The other big rivalry game that the Angels will have will be against the Texas Rangers. These two teams have a deep-rooted rivalry that ranks up with the Red Sox/Yankees rivalry. Games between these two clubs have seen fights break out, leading the hate between these two clubs to grow.
Top Players
When it comes to top players for the Angels, the team has plenty to name in the past and present. Pitcher Nolan Ryan, left fielder Garret Anderson, outfielder Tim Salmon, pitcher Mike Witt, and right fielder Vladimir Guerrero Sr. are some of the best from the past with the Angles. These players have won multiple awards while playing with the Angels and, with some players, have taken the team to numerous AL West Division titles.
Top Coaches
When it comes to past coaches for the Los Angeles Angels, one manager stands out among all others that have managed the team in the past. Mike Scioscia is the one manager that has had the most success in Angels’ history. Scioscia has the most wins in Angels history with 1,650 wins and the best winning percentage among managers for the Angels that have been with the team for multiple years with a .536 winning percentage. He is also the only Angels manager to take the team to the World Series and win it.
Current Manager: Ron Washington
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why were the Los Angeles Angels known as the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim?
The reason was because of a contract between the Los Angeles Angels organization and Anaheim through a lease of the city-owned stadium. The City of Anaheim would take the Angels to court over the matter in hopes that they would revert to the name of the Anaheim Angels. However, a court ruling accepted the team having “of Anaheim” behind their name to uphold their contract with the city.
Did the Los Angeles Angels have their home games at Wrigley Field?
Yes, the team started in 1961 playing games at Wrigley Field for home games. However, this isn’t the same Wrigley Field in Chicago, where the Chicago Cubs currently play.
What is the most number of games the Angels have won in a season?
The Angels recorded a 100-62 record during the 2008 season, marking their best season as a team.
Where does the Angels’ mantra of “Win One for the Cowboy” come from?
This mantra is about former Angels team owner Gene Autry, famous for playing a cowboy in movies. The mantra is also about winning a World Series for Autry, who never saw his team do so while he was the owner.
Which Angels player holds the record for most home runs while playing for the Angels?
Mike Trout has the most home runs for the Angels with 310.
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