Angels' Rendon to Start 2025 on Injured List

Anthony Rendon, third baseman for the Los Angeles Angels, will undergo hip surgery, sidelining him for an extended period. This marks another setback in his injury-plagued tenure with the Angels, where he has played just 205 games since signing a seven-year, $245 million contract in 2019. Rendon's performance has declined significantly, with a .666 OPS over the past four seasons, and he will start the 2025 season on the 60-day injured list. In response, the Angels have signed Yoán Moncada, who is expected to take over as the starting third baseman despite his own injury history. This move is part of the Angels' broader strategy to strengthen their infield depth amid other injury concerns. Rendon's ongoing physical issues have prompted speculation about his future role with the team.