Listen "RETIREMENT: Los Angeles Angels & Anthony Rendon Negotiating EXIT Plan | Is an End FINALLY in Sight?"
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The Los Angeles Angels face a franchise-altering crossroads as Anthony Rendon nears retirement and a complex buyout agreement looms. Can Angels management turn Rendon's massive $245 million contract misstep into fresh opportunities for the roster? Hosts Jon and Mike Frisch, the Super Halo Bros., dissect how Rendon's deferred salary and potential luxury tax relief could reshape the team’s financial strategy ahead of 2026. Key insights include Perry Minasian’s search for a new everyday third baseman, the ripple effects of big-money contracts on the Angels’ future moves, and candid clubhouse perspectives from Kevin Pillar. The episode explores Arte Moreno’s spending philosophy, compares the Rendon saga to notorious MLB deals like Stephen Strasburg and Chris Davis, and spotlights young talent like Zach Neto, Logan O’Hoppe, and Jo Adell. Are the Angels finally poised to rebuild their roster and reclaim competitiveness?GET IN OUR VOICEMAIL! CALL US: (714) 409-6396Tell us what's on your mind!Give us a follow @LockedOnAngels on Twitter, and for the best Angels memes around, connect with us on Instagram and Twitter @SuperHaloBros!Read the Super Halo Bros. NEWSLETTER: https://superhalobros.substack.com/Super Halo Bros. MERCH is available now! https://super-halo-bros-shop.fourthwall.comSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here; visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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