Truth #1: Raising the Floor of the Team
The Angels have been a two-trick pony for the past couple of years. Their roster was outfielder Mike Trout, two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani, and 24 other guys. However, the team made a concerted effort to surround their two all-stars with viable players to raise the floor and possibly the win totals. One month into the season, we can safely say this is true.
Third day in a row with a homer for Hunter Renfroe! pic.twitter.com/aF6EgoOwTV
— MLB (@MLB) April 11, 2023
Slugger Hunter Renfroe and the versatile league-average bats Gio Urshella and Brandon Drury have provided depth to a lineup that didn't scare anyone last year. Additionally, third baseman Anthony Rendon is back after two injury-plagued seasons and delivering in the cleanup spot.