EXCLUSIVE: Orioles GAMBLES on Taylor Ward While Angels Bet on Grayson Rodriguez's FOUR-YEAR Control

EXCLUSIVE: Orioles GAMBLES on Taylor Ward While Angels Bet on Grayson Rodriguez's FOUR-YEAR Control

Published on Nov 19
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Locked On MLB - Daily Podcast On Major League Baseball
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<p>Angels shock baseball world by trading Taylor Ward to Baltimore Orioles for injured starter Grayson Rodriguez. Does this signal a new era of smart roster management in Anaheim?</p><p>The trade sends Ward's 36 home runs and 103 RBI to Baltimore while the Angels acquire four years of control over Rodriguez, who hasn't pitched since July due to elbow issues. The discussion covers Mike Maddox's surprising decision to leave Texas for the Angels' pitching coach role, John Gibbons joining as bench coach, and why this represents a rare instance of Anaheim trading high. Key analysis includes qualifying offer surprises—Trent Grisham, Brandon Woodruff, and Glaber Torres all accepting—and harsh criticism of Sacramento A's ownership for designating JJ Bleday for assignment despite having promising young talent and finishing just six wins from .500.</p><p>Tune in for insider perspectives on why quality coaches suddenly want to work in Anaheim and what these moves mean for both franchises' futures...