History of the Angels

The Anaheim Angels have a long and storied history in Major League Baseball. From their beginnings as the Los Angeles Angels in 1961 to their current incarnation as the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, they have been an integral part of baseball for over five decades.

The early years saw them struggle on the field but remain competitive despite playing in one of MLB's smallest markets. In 1965 they were purchased by Gene Autry, who renamed them The California Angels and moved them from Dodger Stadium to Angel Stadium, where they would play until 1996, when Disney acquired ownership rights and changed their name again - this time to The Anaheim Angels.

Under new leadership, things began turning around for the team, with manager Terry Collins leading his troops into post-season action during four consecutive seasons (1997-2000). Unfortunately, it was not enough; even though two World Series appearances followed (2002 & 2009), both were losses that left fans wanting more success from this talented roster.

Despite all these changes throughout its history, one thing has remained constant: The passion that players feel about representing Orange County on America’s biggest stage – Major League Baseball! This is why so many great players like Nolan Ryan or Mike Trout chose “the Halos” when deciding which team should be honored with their talents; because there is something special about wearing those iconic red halo helmets every night out at Angel Stadium!

From Albert Pujols' walk-off home run against Kansas City Royals back in 2014 that clinched a Wild Card spot all way through today's 2020 season featuring Shohei Ohtani lighting up opposing pitchers with his powerful bat while also taking turns pitching effectively - no matter what year it is you can always count on seeing some exciting baseball games coming out of Southern California thanks largely due too much-beloved franchise: The LA/Anaheim/California angels!