After the Los Angeles Angels' two biggest superstars spoke out about a frustrating 2021 season and the desire to see the team get better, manager Joe Maddon and general manager Perry Minasian said they are eager to see improvements as well.
On Saturday, while saying he won't try to play again this season after he strained his right calf in May, three-time MVP Mike Trout said the franchise is headed toward an important offseason after six consecutive losing campaigns .
One day later, after making his last appearance of the season as a pitcher, American League MVP favorite Shohei Ohtani said he was frustrated over the lack of team success.