The Los Angeles Angels have had some definite question marks surrounding their pitching staff in recent seasons, and that has not changed in 2026. Questions about who the fifth starter will be are getting sorted out in spring training, but there may be deeper issues with how the Halos develop their young pitchers.
A recent survey on pitching development answered anonymously by MLB coaches and executives reveals that the Angels are not seen in a very flattering light by people around the league.
Angels pitching development and acquisition seen as a joke across MLB
When asked which team had the worst pitching development and acquisition in both the majors and the minors, 42 respondents, or roughly 85%, said that the Angels were the worst in that area.