Angels Begin Fire Sale, Deal 2 Players to Rangers

The Los Angeles Angels made the first big trade of the deadline period Wednesday evening, sending Logan O’Hoppe and Chase Silseth to the Texas Rangers.

>In exchange, the Angels received infielder Angel Arredondo from the Rangers.

Trade news: The Texas Rangers are acquiring right-handed reliever Chase Silseth and catcher Logan O’Hoppe from the Los Angeles Angels, sources tell ESPN.

— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) July 30, 2026Silseth began his MLB career as a starter for the Angels in 2022, but transitioned into a role in the bullpen last season. He only appeared 10 times in MLB last season, spending most of the year bouncing between MLB and Triple-A, but still managed a 1.64 ERA through 11 innings.

>He hasn’t maintained that same number this season, but has still given the Angels 47 solid games in relief. He has a 2.72 ERA on the season, and has struck out 48 batters through 39.2 innings pitched. He has the lowest FIP of his MLB career this season, a mark of 3.42.

>O’Hoppe is on the other end of the spectrum from Silseth, as he has gradually regressed following a strong season in 2023. 2026 has been his worst season to date, as he has been the worst defensive catcher in all of MLB this season and has a meager 62 OPS+ through 75 games.

>On the year, O’Hoppe has just four home runs and 23 RBIs, posting a career-worst .565 OPS this season.

>The Angels declared themselves as sellers for this year’s Aug. 3 deadline with this trade, and are sure to make more moves before the window shuts Monday.

Jun 16, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Angels pitcher Chase Silseth (63) celebrates with catcher Logan O’Hoppe (14) after beating the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn ImagesWho Did the Angels Get in Return for Logan O’Hoppe and Chase Silseth?Arredondo, 19, doesn’t rank in the Rangers’ Top 30 prospects on MLB.com, but is having a solid 2026 season in Class-A.

>A former Mexican League professional, Arredondo signed a minor league deal with the Rangers before the 2024 season, posting a .674 OPS with one homer during his first Arizona Complex League campaign. He split last season between the ACL and Class-A, posting a .813 OPS in the ACL before recording just one hit through six games with Class-A Hickory.

>Arredondo has spent all of 2026 in Class-A, playing 87 games and posting a .769 OPS with eight homers and 47 RBIs.

>The Angels are clearly building for the future with this move, pointing towards a minor rebuild as they aim to return to the postseason.

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