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Narbonne safety Anthony Beavers Jr. commits to USC

USC's football staff continued its run of recruiting success with the commitment from safety Anthony Beavers Jr., a four-star prospect from Narbonne High.




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USC quarterback JT Daniels to enter transfer portal

USC quarterback JT Daniels will enter the transfer portal, the school announced. Daniels started as a freshman in 2018 and missed most of last season with a knee injury.




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USC lands another big commitment in St. John Bosco's Maximus Gibbs

USC received a commitment Friday from St. John Bosco offensive lineman Maximus Gibbs as the Trojans continued a momentous run on the recruiting trail.




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Muir defensive back Calen Bullock commits to USC as its recruiting roll continues

Pasadena Muir four-star defensive back Calen Bullock, who also plays wide receiver, became the third player in four days to commit to the Trojans.




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USC's Austin Jackson awaits that dream call on NFL draft day

USC offensive tackle Austin Jackson has long envisioned being drafted by the NFL. Even during the coronavirus epidemic, he's ready to hear his name called.




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USC's Michael Pittman Jr. is chosen by Indianapolis in second round of NFL draft

USC wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. was selected by the Indianapolis Colts with the second pick of the second round in the NFL draft.




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USC, king of producing NFL draft picks, had a historically poor showing this year

USC's lead in all-time NFL draft picks is down to one over Notre Dame after only two Trojans, Michael Pittman Jr. and Austin Jackson, were selected.




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Who's No. 1 in all-time NFL draft picks: USC or Notre Dame? Depends on whom you ask

Which school has the most No. 1 NFL draft picks of all-time? This is where the rivalry between USC and Notre Dame flares up once again.




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USC guard Elijah Weaver enters transfer portal, says goodbye to Trojans

USC sophomore guard Elijah Weaver entered the NCAA's transfer portal on Tuesday, saying goodbye to the Trojans in an Instagram post.




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Mike Bohn, Clay Helton and Andy Enfield giving USC back combined $1 million in salary

USC athletic director Mike Bohn and coaches Clay Helton and Andy Enfield are giving back a combined $1 million in salary to help the school during the coronavirus pandemic.




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Angels appear one starter short as spring training begins for pitchers and catchers

The Angels nixed a trade that would have brought in Ross Stripling and Joc Pederson. They have enough offense, but could use more pitching.




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Joe Maddon is optimistic young Angels starting pitchers can increase roles

The Angels failed to land a standout starter, or even Ross Stripling, during the offseason, but manager Joe Maddon expressed confidence in second-year starters.




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Angels' Andrew Heaney expresses disgust at Astros' cheating and lack of remorse

Angels pitcher Andrew Heaney struggled against the Houston Astros in 2018, and he's irate not only at the sign stealing but because players haven't apologized.




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One-time phenom pitcher Dylan Bundy gets a fresh start with the Angels

Former first-round pick Dylan Bundy has battled injuries and declining velocity, but he's no longer in the AL East and the Angels hope his best years are ahead.




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Mickey Callaway breaks down how he's approaching his role as Angels pitching coach

Mickey Callaway, the former Mets manager who is serving as the Angels' pitching coach, discusses his philosophy when it comes to teaching pitchers.




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Take a break from spring training in Arizona on these 7 great side trips

If you're headed to watch the Dodgers and the Angels warm up for the 2020 MLB season and need a break, try one or all of these fun detours for a taste of the Old West.




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Shohei Ohtani enjoying his newfound freedom behind the wheel

Angels star Shohei Ohtani picked up a new skill in the offseason, obtaining his California driver's license in November.




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Angels and Dodgers trades are rare, but one was memorable

A trade between the Dodgers and Angels that made a big difference sent Andy Messersmith to L.A. and Frank Robinson to Anaheim, but Steve Garvey stayed put.




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Julio Teheran begins anew in fresh start with the Angels

Julio Teheran parted ways with the Braves, who had helped develop him since he was 16 in Colombia. The 29-year-old starts over with the Angels this spring.




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Mike Trout on Astros' sign-stealing scandal: 'I lost some respect for some guys'

Angels star Mike Trout did not hold back his opinion on the Houston Astros cheating scandal when he spoke to reporters at Angels spring training.




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So, Arte Moreno, are the Angels getting a new stadium?

In his first public comments on the stadium deal, Angels owner Arte Moreno addressed whether he would replace Angel Stadium or renovate it.




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Andrelton Simmons has a fan in Arte Moreno, but will he stay with the Angels?

Angels shortstop Andrelton Simmons' long-term future with the franchise remains up in the air heading into the final year of his contract.




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Hernández: Angels owner Arte Moreno talks (sort of) about failed trade for Joc Pederson and Ross Stripling

Angels owner Arte Moreno explained how Gerrit Cole was his team's primary target in the offseason, but despite his team's big offer, "you knew no matter what I did, we were going to get outbid."




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What's new for fans at Dodgers and Angels spring training games

At the Dodgers spring training site in Glendale, Ariz., a new road connects to entertainment options. The Angels' site in Tempe has lots to do too.




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Angels left-handed reliever Ryan Buchter likes pitching to right-handed hitters

Ryan Buchter was signed to a minor league deal after being non-tendered by the Oakland Athletics. He could fill an essential role in the Angels' bullpen




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Angels right fielder Brian Goodwin wins arbitration case after breakout season

Brian Goodwin will make $2.2 million instead of the $1.85 million offered by the Angels after he convinced an arbitration panel he was worth the raise.




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Angels infielder Luis Rengifo remains an intriguing player beyond his near trade

Luis Rengifo has a good glove, but despite his compact build, the Angels infielder has significant power.




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Pitcher JC Ramírez's returns to Angels with velocity that keyed success

Angels pitcher JC Ramírez could be a starting pitcher or throw out of the bullpen depending on how much velocity he has coming off Tommy John surgery.




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Joe Maddon expects prospect Jo Adell to get loud for many years to come

New Angels manager Joe Maddon rewards players with 'I GOT LOUD' T-shirts when they make impressive contact. He expects prospect Jo Adell to get loud in the future.




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After striking out as a ballplayer, Brandon Wood finds peace amid family in Montana

Power-hitting Angels prospect Brandon Wood was supposed to become the next Cal Ripken, but he couldn't handle the pressure. He found contentment far from Anaheim.




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Prospects Jo Adell and Brandon Marsh help Angels win exhibition opener

Angels prospects Jo Adell and Brandon Marsh show fans a glimpse of the team's future in exhibition win over Colorado Rockies.




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Jaime Barría makes his case for Angels rotation by throwing strikes

Jaime Barría is back to throwing his sinking fastball again, and the early results are encouraging as the young pitcher hopes to crack the Angels' rotation.




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Angels are walked off in spring training loss to Brewers

The Angels lost 2-1 to the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday after right-hander Jake Thompson issued three consecutive walks in the ninth inning.




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Angels manager Joe Maddon wants to give David Fletcher more field time this season

Angels manager Joe Maddon will not deny that he will try to give the versatile David Fletcher as much field time as possible.




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Angels prospect Brandon Marsh sidelined with an elbow injury

Outfielder Brandon Marsh, the Angels' No. 2 prospect, will be out several weeks with a strained left elbow. He hurt it while attempting a diving catch.




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Newcomer Dylan Bundy sharp in his first spring start with the Angels

Dylan Bundy, acquired by the Angels in an offseason trade with the Baltimore Orioles, struck out four in two innings of his first Cactus League start.




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Griffin Canning has showed promise but can he manage heavier workload this season?

Since being drafted by the Angels in the second round out of UCLA in 2017, Griffin Canning has been viewed as a potential front-line starter for his hometown team.




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Griffin Canning pitches two good innings, but Angels fall to Dodgers in exhibition game

The Angels lost 9-4 to the Dodgers on Wednesday at Camelback Ranch in Phoenix.




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Angels send pitcher Griffin Canning for MRI on elbow

The Angels shut down Griffin Canning last summer because of elbow soreness. After his first appearance this spring, the soreness has returned.




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Matt Andriese, battling for a berth in the Angels' rotation, pitches well in loss

With Angels starter Griffin Canning's health a question mark, Matt Andriese took the opportunity to pitch two scoreless innings in a loss to the San Diego Padres.




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Angels pitcher Griffin Canning's MRI reveals joint irritation in his elbow

The Angels announced starting pitcher Griffin Canning's MRI revealed "chronic changes to the UCL and acute joint irritation" in his right elbow.




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Andrew Heaney and Jo Adell help Angels beat Rangers in spring game

Andrew Heaney pitched two scoreless innings and top prospect Jo Adell double in a run as the Angels defeated the Rangers 7-2 in Tempe, Ariz.




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Angels find success at the plate and on the mound in win over Giants

Jason Castro and Matt Thaiss homered and Dylan Bundy threw two perfect innings in spring training win over the San Francisco Giants.




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Angels pitcher Andrew Heaney opens up about friend Tyler Skaggs

Andrew Heaney was Tyler Skaggs' best friend on the Angels when Skaggs died of an opioid overdose July 1. He says he never saw signs that Skaggs had a drug problem.




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Anthony Rendon believes the Angels are 'going to surprise a lot of people'

Anthony Rendon is optimistic about the Angels' outlook; Griffin Canning is expected to start the season on the injured list with elbow discomfort.




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Angels fall in a pair of split-squad games

Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon hit a three-run home run against the White Sox and Patrick Sandoval pitched two hitless innings.




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Charles Barkley lightens up Angels' spring training for manager Joe Maddon

Charles Barkley, a friend of Angels manager Joe Maddon, visits spring training and talks about the time he went 'fan boy' on Mike Trout.




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Angels manager Joe Maddon gets warm welcome from Chicago Cubs players and fans

The Chicago Cubs greeted Angels manager Joe Maddon with hugs before Monday's Cactus League game. Maddon, of course, led the Cubs to the 2016 World Series title.




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Brian Goodwin is the Angels' first choice in right field, but other options exist

Utility man David Fletcher should spell Brian Goodwin in right field often, and top prospects Jo Adell and Brandon Marsh eventually will be promoted.




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Grand jury examines evidence in 2019 overdose death of Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs

A Texas grand jury has been hearing evidence that could form the basis for criminal charges related to the opioid overdose death of Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs.