Locked On Angels - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Angels

On Thursday's episode of Locked On Angels, we talk about Alex Cobb's velocity boost so far this spring and the positive trends Patrick Sandoval has shown. Reports had Cobb's fastball at 93-94 mph on Wednesday's start, well above his career norms. Sandoval, meanwhile, continues to show promising signs with two strong secondary pitches.

-You can follow Brent on Twitter at @bmags94, the podcast at @LockedOnAngels, and Brent's written work at Crashing the Pearly Gates

RECOMMENDED READING: "A Conversation With Los Angeles Angels Right-Hander Dylan Bundy", by David Laurila of Fangraphs

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On Wednesday's episode of Locked On Angels, we pose the question: Should the Angels consider extending David Fletcher? The 26-year-old Fletcher, who is in his last year before hitting arbitration, has become an invaluable member of the Angels current roster and future plans. We dive into the merits of an extension from both sides and the track record Fletcher has built up.

-You can follow Brent on Twitter at @bmags94, the podcast at @LockedOnAngels, and Brent's written work at Crashing the Pearly Gates

RECOMMENDED READING: "What an Angels contract extension for David Fletcher could look like?", by Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic

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On Tuesday's episode of Locked On Angels, we ask a very important question: should Shohei Ohtani bat on the same days he pitches? A friend of the pod recently sent in this very question and we dive into the validity of the question, if the Angels can do it, and if they should do it. Before getting into this question, we touch on Justin Upton's mammoth home runs on Monday and some pop from toolsy outfielder Jordyn Adams.

-You can follow Brent on Twitter at @bmags94, the podcast at @LockedOnAngels, and Brent's written work at Crashing the Pearly Gates

-All highlight audio courtesy of Major League Baseball, the Los Angeles Angels, and Fox Sports West

RECOMMENDED READING: "Shohei Ohtani Is on the Comeback Trail" by Jay Jaffe of Fangraphs

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On Monday's episode of Locked On Angels, we discuss Shohei Ohtani's electric last week of Spring Training. For the first time since early 2018, the elite two-way version of Ohtani was out in full force. Whether it was a 468-foot home run at the plate or touching triple digits on the mound, Ohtani was absolutely brilliant on both sides of the ball. After the Ohtani discussion, we talk about two other Angels who are turning heads and the recent news about fans being back in a limited capacity for regular season MLB games in California.

-You can follow Brent on Twitter at @bmags94, his written work at Crashing the Pearly Gates, and the podcast at @LockedOnAngels

-Brent's article about Shohei Ohtani's two-way stardom being out in full force this spring

RECOMMENDED READING

-"Two-way Ohtani is back! With two-way power" from Sarah Langs at MLB.com

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On Friday's episode of Locked On Angels, we get into a fan mailbag and address all of your questions, comments, and concerns. Among the many things discussed is the shaky start for Jo Adell, which player might be a surprise on the Opening Day roster, and the upcoming year for new general manager Perry Minasian.

-You can follow Brent on Twitter at @bmags94, the podcast at @LockedOnAngels, and Brent's written work at Crashing the Pearly Gates.

RECOMMENDED READING: "How Angels prospect Chris Rodriguez traveled 'quite the road' back to 98 mph", from Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic

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On Thursday's episode of Locked On Angels, we kick it off with more troubling news about current Angels pitching coach Mickey Callaway thanks to tremendous reporting from The Athletic. In the second segment, you'll hear some very premature Spring Training observations, including some banter about Shohei Ohtani's promising start to the year.

-You can follow Brent on Twitter at @bmags94, the podcast at @LockedOnAngels, and Brent's written work at Crashing the Pearly Gates

-Highlight audio courtesy of Fox Sports West

RECOMMENDED READING: "What the Indians, MLB really knew about Mickey Callaway's Behavior" by Britt Ghiroli and Katie Strang (contribution from Ken Rosenthal) of The Athletic

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On Wednesday's episode of Locked On Angels, the first segment of AL West Division Day takes place. Brent talks with Jason Burke of Locked On Athletics about the 2021 outlook for both the Angels and Athletics. The two of them touch on everything you need to know about both teams for the 2021 season.

-You can find Jason on Twitter at @ByJasonB and the podcast at @LockedOnAs

-You can find Brent on Twitter at @bmags94, the podcast at @LockedOnAngels, and Brent's written work at Crashing the Pearly Gates

RECOMMENDED READING: Will This Be the Year the Angels Stop Wasting Mike Trout?

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On Monday's episode of Locked On Angels, a familiar voice hops on the show. To finish off the position preview series, Taylor Blake Ward joins Brent to discuss the Angels bullpen. They dive into the bullpen overhaul from this past offseason, how Raisel Iglesias gives the Angels a legitimate closing option, and much more.

-You can follow Taylor on Twitter at @TaylorBlakeWard

-Brent can be found on Twitter at @bmags94 and the podcast is at @LockedOnAngels

-Brent's written work can be found at Crashing the Pearly Gates

RECOMMENDED READINGS

-MLB's Top 10 hitter breakouts (Jo Adell)

-MLB's Top 10 pitcher breakouts (Griffin Canning)

-Eno Sarris's 5 Statcast sleepers with big power potential (Max Stassi)

-Marc Normandin's "The MLBPA Cannot Support Veterans at Young Player's Expense"

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On Friday's episode of Locked On Angels, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com joins the show to continue the position preview series. Brent and Rhett touch on the rotation struggles of the past half-decade, what to expect from the new offseason additions, the uncertainty around Shohei Ohtani as a pitcher, and the implementation of a 6-man rotation.

-You can find Rhett on Twitter at @RhettBollinger and his work at MLB.com/angels

-You can find Brent on Twitter at @bmags94 and his written work at Crashing the Pearly Gates

RECOMMENDED READINGS

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On Wednesday's episode of Locked On Angels, the position preview series continues with Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register, with this episode focusing on the outfield. Jeff and Brent discuss the continued and normalized greatness of Mike Trout, what Justin Upton and Dexter Fowler could provide in 2021, and what the future holds for Jo Adell and Brandon Marsh.

-You can follow Jeff on Twitter at @JeffFletcherOCR and his written work at the Orange County Register.

-Brent can be found at @bmags94 and his written work is at Crashing the Pearly Gates

-The transcript of former Mariners President Kevin Mather's rotary club speech

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