Los Angeles Angels Part Ways with Manager Phil Nevin
After a disappointing season, the Los Angeles Angels have decided to part ways with manager Phil Nevin. The team announced on Monday that they will not be exercising their contract option for Nevin in 2024. This move comes as the Angels look to make a change after a string of unsuccessful seasons.
Nevin had been the manager for the past 1.5 seasons, taking over in June 2022 after Joe Maddon was fired. Despite being well-liked by his players, Nevin was unable to lead the team to success, finishing with a losing record in both of his seasons at the helm. The Angels went 119-149 under Nevin’s guidance and failed to make the playoffs.
Injuries proved to be a significant obstacle for Nevin and the Angels during his tenure. The team was forced to use a franchise-record 66 players due to injuries in each of the past two seasons. Even with former MVPs Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout on the roster, the Angels struggled to stay competitive.
The Angels showed promise earlier in the season with a 65-61 record at the trade deadline. However, they faltered down the stretch, losing key players to injury and finishing 17 games out of first place in the American League West. The team’s struggles ultimately led to Nevin’s departure.
General manager Perry Minasian will remain with the Angels, as the team did not make any announcements regarding his status. Minasian has been with the Angels for three seasons but has yet to guide them to a winning record or a playoff appearance.
The Angels now face the task of finding their fourth manager in six seasons since the departure of long-time manager Mike Scioscia. They will be looking for someone who can bring stability and success to the team as they aim to end their streaks of losing seasons and non-playoff appearances.
One of the immediate challenges for the Angels will be re-signing Shohei Ohtani, who is set to become a free agent this winter. Ohtani, who is favored to win his second American League MVP award, has been a standout performer for the team and will be a key priority in their offseason plans.
As the Angels move forward and embark on their search for a new manager, there is optimism surrounding the team’s young players and the potential for a brighter future. With the right leadership in place, the Angels hope to turn their fortunes around and return to playoff contention in the near future.
