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Halo Territory: A Los Angeles Angels Podcast

Foul Territory Network
Los Angeles Angels
Angels
Major League Baseball
Zach Neto
Mike Trout
Arte Moreno
Perry Minasian
Seattle Mariners
Mark Trumbo
Los Angeles Dodgers
Logan O'hoppe
Jose Soriano
Kurt Suzuki
Tampa Bay Rays
World Baseball Classic
Jo Adell
Angel Stadium
Stan Kroenke
Mike Digiovanna
Anthony Rendon

Halo Territory is your go-to Los Angeles Angels show. Former Angel Mark Trumbo joins Southern California sportswriting legend Mike DiGiovanna, who has 41+ years covering the Dodgers and Angels at the Los Angeles Times, with authentic insight and fresh Angels analysis all year long. Halo Territory is part of the Foul Territory Network: baseball the way it should be covered!

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Trent Rush is a self-described "grinder" whose philosophy--"say yes to every assignment"--has served him well with the Angels, for whom he works as a TV/radio play-by-play man, on pregame and post-game shows and as host for a radio call-in show. He j... more

Will the 2027 season start on time? How long could a work stoppage last? Can owners and players, who seem miles apart in negotiations for a new CBA, hammer out an agreement in time to salvage the bulk of the 2027 season. Evan Drellich of The Athletic... more

Hank Conger, who has been mentioned as a possible managerial candidate for the Angels, joins Halo Territory hosts Mike DiGiovanna and Mark Trumbo to opine about the dominance of playoff bullpens, the nuances of the ABS system, the art of catching, wh... more

Halo Territory hosts Mike DiGiovanna and Mark Trumbo crack open the mailbag to answer a wide variety of questions about the Angels, from what free agents they should target, to how they should be built for the long-haul, to whether Kurt Suzuki deserv... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Fletcher
Angels beat writer for the Orange County Register
Orange County Register
Episode: POWER OUTAGE: How concerning is Mike Trout's second-half production drop?
Eno Sarris
Writer for The Athletic; WAR expert
The Athletic
Episode: WAR GAMES: Angels falling short in wins and Wins Above Replacement column
Gabe Lacques
USA Today baseball writer
USA Today
Episode: NEW DIGS: Pondering some ideas on what a new Angel Stadium could look like
Sam Farmer
National NFL writer for Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times
Episode: STAN THE MAN: New Angels owner "a good balance of patience and risk tolerance"
Logan O'Hoppe
Former Angels catcher, traded to Texas Rangers
Texas Rangers
Episode: GONE, NOT FORGOTTEN: Jo Adell, Logan O'Hoppe reflect on careers with Angels
Tim Leveque
Angels interim pitching coach
Los Angeles Angels
Episode: TECH SUPPORT: Renewed commitment to analytics fuels pitching improvements
Bill Shaikin
National baseball writer for the Los Angeles Times, covers Angels
Los Angeles Times
Episode: WHAT'S IN A NAME? Legislators hope to induce the Los Angeles Angels to revert back to "Anaheim" name
Scott Spiezio
Former Angels slugger, World Series hero; author of The Hardest Comeback; subject of Spiezio documentary
Author and subject of documentary
Episode: A MIRACLE: Former World Series hero Scott Spiezio lives to tell harrowing tale of drug and alcohol abuse
Jim Palmer
Hall of Fame pitcher, Orioles franchise icon, broadcast analyst
Baltimore Orioles
Episode: PICKING UP THE PIECES: Could 2018 Orioles provide a road map for rebuilding Angels? Jim Palmer joins

Hosts

Mike DiGiovanna
Host with decades of Angels and Dodgers coverage, seasoned journalist and analyst.
Mark Trumbo
Co-host and former Angels slugger; brings player perspective and insider viewpoint on team dynamics.
Bill Shaikin
National baseball writer offering ownership, branding, and stadium insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 65 ratings
  • 1st time listener

    I’d been putting off listening because the team is such garbage but it’s good.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Innocentbystander22
    United States2 months ago
  • Angels

    I love the Angels coverage on this podcast! Always a great listen and my go-to to keep up with the Angels

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mcm2949
    United States3 months ago
  • Two solid viewpoints

    Nice to hear Mike Digi hosting his own podcast. I miss his insightful coverage of the Angels (and Dodgers). Always well written with a touch of humor.

    Mike Trumbo adds the player perspective which is a plus

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jndryan
    United States9 months ago
  • The ads are annoying

    The reporting is Not worth the intrusive ad process

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Donnie Moore
    United States9 months ago
  • Love the show

    Love the show and it’s incredible to hear these two discuss everything Angels.

    My only critique: The posting of episodes has been tough. One episode was posted twice and the most recent episode is titled “Part 2” with no part one having been posted. We seem to join mid-conversation with no context on what has happened before.

    I think once that gets worked out this will be a smooth running ship!

    PS - I was at Mark Trumbo’s MLB debut and have the scorebook to prove it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Plyleyman
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners appreciate insider access and player perspectives, though some note occasional posting tardiness.
Many praise deep dives on Angels business and analytics; some mention ads as intrusive.
A panel of positive remarks about the hosts' insights and two-host dynamic, with a fan-friendly tone.

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Apple Podcasts
#101
United States/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#39
New Zealand/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#48
Sweden/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#49
Taiwan/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#91
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

ANGELS MAILBAG: What free agents should the Halos target? What style of baseball should they play?
Q: I'd like to hear what both of you would propose if you were GM for next season. How would you begin to build this team for the long haul? What manager do you select?
The hosts propose emphasizing pitching and defense, high-contact hitters, and a more aggressive offense with smart base-running. They advocate a deep rotation and bullpen, selective long-term extensions for core young players like Nolan Schanuel and Reed Detmers, and a practical mix of veteran leadership and youth when choosing a manager and bench coach. Specific managerial names are floated as part of a broader discussion rather than a firm endorsement.
WAR GAMES: Angels falling short in wins and Wins Above Replacement column
Q: Can you explain, as briefly as you can, why this WAR concept is a thing?
WAR is a framework that attempts to quantify a player's overall contribution by combining offense, defense, base running, and positional value, making it possible to compare players across positions and understand how much a given player adds to a team's wins.
HOT SEAT: Amid so many moving parts, could Halos MGR Kurt Suzuki stay put?
Q: Has Kurt Suzuki earned the right to manage next year based on merit?
The hosts suggest he deserves a chance to interview and be considered, but there is skepticism about merit given the season's overall performance; timing with ownership changes complicates a clear call.
NEW DIGS: Pondering some ideas on what a new Angel Stadium could look like
Q: How do the Angels avoid a corporate, stiff vibe in the new stadium and keep an authentic Angels experience?
Aim for a design with character and local identity, prioritize accessible, fan-friendly spaces, and balance premium amenities with areas that keep the common fan connected to the action.
A MIRACLE: Former World Series hero Scott Spiezio lives to tell harrowing tale of drug and alcohol abuse
Q: You first went public with your addictions in 2022. Was that premeditated or spur of the moment?
It started after a reunion conversation and a trusted journalist's encouragement, evolving into a sustained, intentional telling of the story.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- This show centers on Angels coverage, team strategy, ownership moves, stadium debates, and analytics-driven pitching/roster discussions. Hosts often bring beat reporters and former players to dissect contracts, trades, and development, with guests providing industry context on analytics, media, and ownership strategy. Notable threads include ownership transitions, stadium planning, WAR analytics, and player development stories, all framed by insider perspectives and fan culture. The format tends to blend game analysis, enterprise topics, and behind-the-scenes commentary, sometimes rotating guests for specific topics like WAR or stadium design. Listeners are likely Angels enthusiasts who crave candid, informed debate and access to industry... more

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1. Jeff Fletcher
2. Eno Sarris
3. Gabe Lacques
4. Sam Farmer
5. Logan O'Hoppe
6. Tim Leveque
7. Bill Shaikin
8. Scott Spiezio

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