Angels ABANDON Home Run Obsession for Small Ball | Can Situational Hitting RESCUE Offense in 2026?

The Angels' recent game against the Royals stood out as a stark contrast to their typical performance this season. Instead of their usual high-strikeout, all-or-nothing approach, the team displayed an uncharacteristic level of plate discipline and contact-oriented hitting. This game saw the Angels consistently put the ball in play, work counts, and manufacture runs through a series of singles and situational hitting - a far cry from their normal reliance on home runs and power hitting. Jon and Mike Frisch, the Super Halo Bros., highlight how this game was an anomaly in the Angels' season. The team's strikeout rate plummeted for this one game, while their ability to string hits together and score runs without the long ball increased dramatically. This unexpected shift in offensive strategy resulted in a win that looked nothing like their usual games, whether victorious or not. The hosts emphasize that this performance was so unlike the Angels' norm that it raises questions about the team's true offensive capabilities and whether this game could serve as a potential turning point in their approach at the plate. 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! 5-Hour ENERGY Enough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a flavor upgrade with 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots. Get the favorites you love or be bold and try something new in-store and online at https://www.5hourENERGY.com or Amazon today. Nutrafol See thicker, stronger hair with less shedding in just 3–6 months with Nutrafol. For a limited time, get $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to https://Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code LOCKEDONMLB. Zippix Go to ZippixToothpicks.com and use promo code LOCKEDON for 10% off your first order. Zippix Toothpicks—energy and focus, anytime you need it. Rugiet Ready to level up your confidence? Head to https://rugiet.com and use promo code LOCKEDONMLB for 15% off your first order. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONMLB at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. 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. Football season is around the corner. 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.