The Los Angeles Angels are facing a familiar challenge, stuck in a rut with a ninth consecutive losing season on the horizon. The team's struggles can be attributed to underwater contracts and barren farm systems. Star player Mike Trout is out for the season due to injury, leaving the team without its greatest asset. The franchise has struggled with developing homegrown players, relying heavily on free agency and underwhelming veterans. This cycle of poor decision-making has led to a prolonged playoff drought, tied with the Detroit Tigers.

Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/danepstein/2024/08/10/the-los-angeles-angels-are-stuck-in-a-familiar-rut/