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Trout Chases Playoffs: Angels' New Era Begins
19 Mar
Summary
- Mike Trout has zero postseason wins despite three MVP awards.
- Angels launch new streaming service, Angels.TV, for fans.
- The 2026 MLB season features a complex broadcast landscape.
The Los Angeles Angels are set to embark on their 2026 season with an ambitious goal: a playoff berth. Star player Mike Trout, despite his three MVP awards, has yet to secure a postseason win for the franchise, a drought the team hopes to break.
New manager Kurt Suzuki faces the challenge of integrating young talent like shortstop Zach Neto and first-round pick Nolan Schanuel. Success also hinges on the performance of trade acquisitions Grayson Rodriguez and Josh Lowe.
Navigating the 2026 baseball season will require fans to adapt to a new media landscape. The Angels' regional games will primarily air on FanDuel Sports Network West, now operated by the franchise itself. For those outside the traditional TV package, a new direct-to-consumer streaming service, Angels.TV, is available.
National broadcasts are also evolving, with Netflix and NBC joining existing partners. Games will be spread across various platforms, including Apple TV for "Friday Night Baseball," Fox and FS1 for "Baseball Night in America," and a new "Sunday Night Baseball" on NBC and Peacock.
Fans seeking to follow all out-of-market games will need an MLB.TV subscription. Special offers are available for season ticket holders and T-Mobile customers, while new subscribers will access it through ESPN Unlimited.
