CRUCIAL: Reid Detmers MUST Maintain This KEY STRENGTH to be Successful in the Angels' Rotation

The Los Angeles Angels bet on bullpen upgrades and seek a breakout from Reid Detmers in 2026. Can the promising lefty translate his bullpen mastery into a consistent rotation role to anchor the pitching staff? Jon and Mike Frisch, the Super Halo Bros., spotlight new signings Drew Pomeranz and Jordan Romano, questioning GM Perry Minasian's risk-reward strategy and analyzing how Mike Maddux’s coaching might unlock untapped potential. Key topics include Detmers’ revamped pitch command, the open closer competition featuring names like Robert Stephenson and Ben Joyce, and the urgency to fill holes at third base and in the rotation. The hosts compare the youth-heavy 2026 roster to the experienced, playoff-bound 2014 Angels, sparking debate over what it will take to end Anaheim’s postseason drought. Will this high-upside approach finally deliver results, or are the Halos flirting with another rebuild year? Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio , access to our members-only Discord , and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub GET IN OUR VOICEMAIL! CALL US: (714) 409-6396 Tell us what's on your mind! Give us a follow @LockedOnAngels on Twitter, and for the best Angels memes around, connect with us on Instagram and Twitter @SuperHaloBros ! Read the Super Halo Bros. NEWSLETTER: https://superhalobros.substack.com/ Super Halo Bros. MERCH is available now! https://super-halo-bros-shop.fourthwall.com Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here; visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.