Angels Call Up Christian Moore for MLB Debut

The Los Angeles Angels are calling up infielder Christian Moore, the No. 8 overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, who is expected to make his MLB debut this weekend in Baltimore. Moore, 22, has quickly advanced through the minors, hitting .350 with a .999 OPS in Triple-A Salt Lake after overcoming early struggles in Double-A. The Angels hope Moore can address their underperforming second base position and help stabilize the infield. Moore set a Tennessee program record with 34 home runs in 2024 while leading his college team to a national championship. The Angels, known for fast-tracking draft picks like Zach Neto and Nolan Schanuel, continue this trend with Moore's rapid promotion. At the time of Moore's call-up, the Angels are hovering just below .500 and seeking to remain competitive in the AL West.