A new chapter is beginning for the Los Angeles Angels, and the organization could be facing one of its most important offseasons in years. With John Mozeliak overseeing baseball operations and Stan Kroenke set to become the franchise’s new majority owner pending MLB approval, the Angels are entering a period of significant change.
Mozeliak already began reshaping the organization during the 2026 season. Since taking over as interim general manager, he has reworked the front office, altered the club’s approach to player development and scouting, made a series of trades, and changed the way the organization evaluates talent. Those moves suggest that the Angels are no longer simply looking for short-term fixes to cover up larger problems.
That philosophy could become especially important once the offseason begins.
For years, Los Angeles attempted to remain competitive without committing fully to a long-term roster reset. The result was a team that repeatedly struggled to build enough depth at both the major- and minor-league levels. Mozeliak has indicated that the organization needs a more sustainable approach, with player development and long-term roster construction becoming major priorities.
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That could make the upcoming offseason particularly interesting for several players who have struggled to establish themselves.
Rather than continuing to give underperforming veterans or inconsistent players opportunities simply because they are already on the roster, Mozeliak could make difficult decisions based on how each player fits into the organization’s future. The Angels have already demonstrated a willingness to make significant changes, including trading a large portion of the major-league roster and making changes to the coaching staff.
The timing of the ownership transition adds another layer to the situation. Kroenke’s agreement to purchase the Angels from Arte Moreno is expected to become official in the first quarter of 2027 if it receives the necessary approval. While the immediate expectation is that the organization will continue operating normally, the new ownership group will eventually have a say in the direction of baseball operations.
Mozeliak and Angels president Molly Jolly have acknowledged that the offseason strategy will need to be aligned with the incoming ownership group. That means roster decisions could be influenced by a broader evaluation of the franchise rather than simply an attempt to improve the 2027 win total.
The Angels still have plenty of work ahead of them. Mozeliak has stressed that rebuilding the organization will take time, and not every young player should be rushed to the majors. At the same time, players who have failed to meet expectations could find themselves competing for their roster spots or looking for new opportunities elsewhere.
As Anaheim prepares for a new era, several Angels could therefore be approaching an important crossroads. Mozeliak’s decisions this offseason will help determine which players remain part of the long-term plan and which ones are moved aside as the organization attempts to build a more sustainable future.
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The Los Angeles Angels have plenty of decisions to make as they prepare for the 2027 season, and several players could find themselves outside the organization’s plans. With John Mozeliak continuing to reshape the roster, the franchise has an opportunity to make significant changes rather than simply carrying the same problems into another season.
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One of the biggest questions involves the outfield.
Jose Siri was a relatively low-risk addition when the Angels signed him to a minor league contract. The appeal was obvious. Siri has the athleticism to provide quality defense in center field, along with enough power and speed to make an impact when his bat is working. However, his offensive consistency has once again become an issue.
The Angels gave Siri an opportunity after calling him up from the minors, and he initially showed signs that the gamble could pay off. His production during the first half offered some encouragement, but his performance dropped considerably afterward. Since the second half began, Siri has struggled to reach base and has provided considerably less power.
MLB’s current statistics show Siri hitting around the .225 range with a .673 OPS for the season, while his strikeout total remains a significant concern. His career numbers tell a similar story, with a .209 batting average and a .665 OPS across his major-league career.
That combination makes his future particularly uncertain. Defensive ability can keep a player around, but the Angels have to determine whether Siri’s offensive limitations are worth carrying into a season in which they are trying to build a more sustainable roster.
Josh Lowe presents a somewhat different situation.
Unlike Siri, Lowe represents an investment because Los Angeles surrendered a legitimate asset to acquire him. The hope was that the talented outfielder could provide more consistent offensive production while also giving the Angels another athletic option in the outfield.
Unfortunately, Lowe has struggled to provide the offensive impact the organization would have wanted. His 2026 numbers have remained below expectations, with MLB’s current statistics showing him around a .209 batting average, .273 on-base percentage and .364 slugging percentage.
That does not necessarily mean the Angels will immediately give up on Lowe. His age, previous production and the fact that Los Angeles traded for him could all factor into the decision. Still, Mozeliak will have to determine whether Lowe is part of the long-term answer or simply another roster spot that could eventually be used on a younger player.
That younger option could eventually be Nelson Rada.
Rada’s development will be important to watch as the Angels plan for 2027 and beyond. The young prospect has experienced stretches of both success and inconsistency this season, but his overall upside remains one of the reasons the organization continues to view him as an important part of the future.
If Rada progresses enough to become part of the major-league outfield mix, the Angels could have even more reason to reconsider veteran options. The organization will need to balance giving its younger talent opportunities with maintaining enough major-league experience on the roster.
The infield also contains a player facing an uncertain future in Oswald Peraza.
Peraza arrived in Anaheim with considerable prospect pedigree after spending time in the New York Yankees organization. There was legitimate optimism that he could establish himself as an important piece for the Angels after showing encouraging signs earlier in the year.
However, his production has declined sharply.
According to the supplied numbers, Peraza has struggled badly since June 1, producing a .173/.227/.214 slash line. His overall 2026 numbers have also been underwhelming, with MLB currently listing him at .226/.283/.336 with seven home runs.
The problem for Peraza is that the Angels already have another former highly regarded prospect capable of occupying a utility-infield role.
Vaughn Grissom has not produced at an elite level, but he has been considerably steadier. MLB’s current statistics have Grissom at .237/.304/.383, giving the Angels a more reliable option for the role.
That creates a difficult situation for Peraza. If Mozeliak believes Grissom can handle the utility role while younger players continue developing, there may not be enough room for Peraza. The Angels could instead look for another opportunity to add depth or give the roster spot to a player with more upside.
The bullpen could undergo an even larger transformation.
Sam Bachman is one of the pitchers whose future could be questioned. There was a point earlier in 2026 when it appeared Bachman had finally found some stability in a relief role. After dealing with injuries and setbacks throughout his career, that development would have been an encouraging sign for Los Angeles.
Unfortunately, his season became less convincing as it progressed, and another injury further complicated matters.
Bachman’s ERA has not been disastrous, but the underlying numbers raise concerns. His 4.14 ERA is accompanied by a 4.76 FIP, while his 13.6% walk rate is particularly problematic for a reliever. With the Angels needing to rebuild a bullpen that has struggled to provide dependable innings, Mozeliak may decide that the organization needs to look elsewhere.
Bachman remains on the Angels’ 40-man roster, according to MLB’s current roster information, so a decision on his future could become part of the club’s offseason roster management.
Sammy Peralta is another reliever who could face a similar situation.
Peralta has not been able to establish himself as a dependable left-handed option. His first opportunity with the Angels produced a 7.59 ERA over 10⅔ innings in 2025. After spending time in the Colorado Rockies’ minor-league system, he returned to the Angels and has again struggled in limited action.
His latest stint has produced another inflated ERA, leaving the Angels with a relatively small sample but plenty of reason to explore alternatives. MLB still lists Peralta on the club’s 40-man roster, meaning his place in the organization could become part of Mozeliak’s offseason evaluation.
The Angels’ bullpen is going to need more than one addition. If the organization wants to take a meaningful step forward in 2027, it will need pitchers capable of consistently throwing strikes, limiting traffic and protecting leads.
That makes every roster spot valuable.
For Siri, Lowe, Peraza, Bachman and Peralta, the coming months could therefore be extremely important. None of these players necessarily has a guaranteed path out of Anaheim, but each has questions surrounding his place on the next Angels roster.
Mozeliak’s challenge will be determining which players still have enough upside or value to justify another opportunity and which spots should instead be given to younger prospects, new acquisitions or more dependable veterans.
The Angels have already shown that they are willing to make significant changes. Their current roster reflects an organization in transition, with MLB’s 40-man roster featuring a mixture of established veterans, young prospects and players fighting to remain in the picture.
As the organization moves toward 2027, simply keeping familiar names around will not necessarily be enough. The offseason could provide Mozeliak with an opportunity to clear roster space, improve the bullpen, reshape the outfield and create additional opportunities for the organization’s younger talent.
For several struggling Angels, that could mean their time in Anaheim is coming to an end.
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