Los Angeles Angels Weigh Trading Reid Detmers as Deadline Nears

The Los Angeles Angels have begun assessing the trade market ahead of the August 3 deadline, with interim GM John Mozeliak reportedly fielding offers on several players.

Left‑handed starter Reid Detmers, 27, is under team control through 2027 and posted a 3.65 ERA with 129 strikeouts. His contract and performance make him a valuable rental for contending clubs, potentially fetching a top‑10 prospect and a mid‑tier arm.

Right‑hander Jose Soriano, known for a 99‑mph slider but struggling with control (42 walks in 68 innings), is also listed as available, attracting interest from teams needing bullpen depth.

These moves suggest the Angels may be entering a rebuild, prompting speculation about future trades involving stars such as Mike Trout or Anthony Rendon. Owner Arte Moreno recently broke silence on rumors about selling catcher Zach Neto.

Baseball analysts note that several teams, including the Yankees, Dodgers, Cubs, and Blue Jays, could benefit from the Angels' pitching assets as they seek to bolster their rotation before the deadline.