Angels Stand Pat at Trade Deadline Amid Wild Card Hunt

The Los Angeles Angels chose not to make significant trades at the 2025 MLB trade deadline, with General Manager Perry Minasian emphasizing the decision to keep the current roster intact to remain competitive and develop their young core. Despite sitting below .500 and trailing in the playoff race, Minasian expressed confidence in the team's makeup, highlighting the clubhouse chemistry and the importance of playing meaningful games late in the season. The Angels did make a minor trade, acquiring veteran relievers Luis García and Andrew Chafin, with Minasian praising Chafin's experience and leadership. Players like Taylor Ward and Kenley Jansen were rumored to be trade candidates but remained with the team due to insufficient offers. Meanwhile, the San Francisco Giants made minimal moves but added players such as former Mets pitcher José Butto, aiming to address offensive struggles and recapture early-season form. Giants' Buster Posey expressed satisfaction with the trades as long-term investments to improve the team's performance moving forward.