The Los Angeles Angels, after getting swept in a three-game series by the New York Mets to put a dent in their postseason hopes, begin a make-or-break 13-game homestand against the Seattle Mariners on Thursday in Anaheim,

Though the Angels have struggled recently, they still have reason to celebrate. In his last 11 games, outfielder Mike Trout has returned to form a bit at the plate, hitting .271 with five home runs and 14 RBIs. Furthermore, the New Jersey native made history on Wednesday despite the Angels’ loss.

The left-hander was designated for assignment in March but rejoined the Angels this week after dropping weight, regaining velocity and reshaping his approach.

The Angels had aspirations of moving up in the American League Wild Card standings and getting to the .500 mark when they arrived in New York to start a three-game series against the Mets at Citi Field.

Francisco Lindor broke out of the longest hitless drought of his career and Pete Alonso pulled out of a nosedive of his own with his first home run since July 8 as the Mets completed a three-game sweep of the Angels with a 6-3 victory before 41,591 at Citi Field.

MLB fans are furious afer the home plate performance of umpire Erich Bacchus during the Angels-Mets game today.

The Angels of Newtown Square play in the Little League Challenger Division. Strahm makes it a point to see their games. "It just captures you. And you want to be a part of it," Strahm said.

A star Michigan State commit is forgoing his college career, signing with the Los Angeles Angels after being drafted in the sixth round