The Angels hired Kurt Suzuki on a one-year contract, a move that takes Albert Pujols out of the running in Anaheim and pushes his candidacy toward San Diego and potentially Baltimore.

They also dive into the San Francisco Giants making history as Buster Posey, now president of baseball operations, hires Tony Vitello away from Tennessee after the Vols’ 2024 title run.

What does Suzuki’s short deal signal about the Angels, how real is Pujols to the Padres with Machado’s admiration in the background, and will Baltimore get involved.

Plus, they set the stage for Dodgers vs Blue Jays in Game 1 on Friday and make series picks.