The Los Angeles Angels are expecting more competitiveness from their team this season, in part due to their new manager Ron Washington.
Washington managed the Texas Rangers to the World Series in 2010 and 2011, and was the Atlanta Braves’ third base coach during their six consecutive National League East titles (2018-23), including their 2021 championship.
The Angels hired Washington to replace former manager Phil Nevin with an expectation of success. So far, it has been.
Washington’s energy around the clubhouse has made a positive impression on players, creating a buzz around this team. One area the front office has wanted to improve all winter has been in the pitching department.
While they haven’t added any big-time starters — yet — the front office has upgraded the Angels’ bullpen. They believe a better pitching staff will allow this roster to thrive fully, with Washington running the show.
More than that, Washington is counting on the team’s existing staff to take a collective leap forward with a simple, renewed approach on control.
