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Los Angeles Angels: Four offseason steps to return to playoffs in 2019

ByJason Reed|
HOUSTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 22: Mike Trout #27 of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim waits to bat in the first inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on September 22, 2018 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
HOUSTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 22: Mike Trout #27 of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim waits to bat in the first inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on September 22, 2018 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
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(Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) – Los Angeles Angels
(Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) – Los Angeles Angels

3. Capitalize on the deep reliever free agent market

The free agent pool for relievers this year is one of the deepest in recent memory and the Los Angeles Angels cannot afford to let that by without adding someone. While the Angels bullpen was not terrible last season, they were right around league average and certainly can improve.

It does not even have to be a big name likeZach Britton, who is pictured above. There are so many options that the Angels can pick up a respectable name for relatively cheap. One thing that can always improve is the pen.

Someone likeKelvin Herreracould be a nice risk to take. Herrera missed the last six weeks of the season with a foot injury but will be ready in time for Spring Training. Herrera was dominant in the American League last season, tossing a 1.05 ERA with the Royals before being traded to the Nationals.

Jeurys Familiais another arm that could help the Angels bullpen. Even if you go farther down the list, guys likeShawn Kelley,Adam Warren, Brad Barch andTyler Clippardwill all be available.

These guys certainly won’t hurt the bullpen and at the very least will add depth to the bullpen. Cannot go wrong with that move.

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