Los Angeles invested $174 million into their 2025 roster, ranking 13th in MLB payroll. Anthony Rendon leads the team at $38.6 million annually despite chronic injuries limiting his availability across multiple seasons.
Tyler Anderson ($13M), Travis d’Arnaud ($12M), and Kyle Hendricks ($2.5M) form the veteran core. Young talent like Logan O’Hoppe ($785K) and Zach Neto ($770K) provide cost-controlled production as the Angels transition from the Shohei Ohtani era into organizational rebuild.
Explore Los Angeles Angels player biography and roster information for complete team analysis.
| Position | Player |
| SP | Yusei Kikuchi |
| SP | Jose Soriano |
| SP | Tyler Anderson |
| SP | Kyle Hendricks |
| SP | Jack Kochanowicz |
| RP | Kenley Jansen |
| RP | Reid Detmers |
| RP | Ryan Zeferjahn |
| RP | Brock Burke |
| RP | Robert Stephenson |
| C | Logan O’Hoppe |
| C | Travis d’Arnaud |
| 1B | Nolan Schanuel |
| 2B | Luis Rengifo |
| SS | Zach Neto |
| 3B | Yoan Moncada |
| LF | Taylor Ward |
| CF | Jo Adell |
| RF | Jorge Soler |
| DH | Mike Trout |
Top 10 Highest-Paid Los Angeles Angels Players
Rendon earns $38.6 million through his seven-year, $245 million contract signed in December 2019. Injuries have devastated his Angels tenure with fewer than 60 games played in recent seasons, making this baseball’s worst active contract by production-to-salary ratio.
Anderson makes $13 million under his three-year, $39 million deal signed in December 2022. His left-handed presence stabilizes the rotation despite middling performance. D’Arnaud collected $12 million as the veteran catcher providing leadership.
| Player | Position | 2025 Salary | Contract Through |
| Anthony Rendon | 3B | $38.6M | 2026 |
| Tyler Anderson | SP | $13M | 2025 |
| Travis d’Arnaud | C | $12M | 2026 |
| Aaron Hicks | OF | $10.5M | 2025 |
| Luis Rengifo | 2B/3B | $4.9M | Arb-eligible 2026 |
| José Soriano | SP | $3.2M | Arb-eligible 2027 |
| Kyle Hendricks | SP | $2.5M | 2025 |
| Logan O’Hoppe | C | $785K | Pre-arbitration |
| Zach Neto | SS | $770K | Pre-arbitration |
| Nolan Schanuel | 1B | $772K | Pre-arbitration |
Hicks earns $10.5 million despite minimal production following his Yankees departure. Rengifo makes $4.9 million through arbitration providing positional versatility. Soriano collected $3.2 million as a rotation option.
Angels Net Worth and Career Earnings
Rendon accumulated $245 million in career earnings building a $155 million net worth across Washington and Los Angeles. His contract runs through 2026 with the Angels unable to trade him due to injury history and massive salary.
Anderson earned $58 million creating a $35 million net worth across Philadelphia, Seattle, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Los Angeles Angels. D’Arnaud collected $75 million building a $45 million fortune across New York, Tampa Bay, Atlanta, and Los Angeles.
| Player | 2025 Salary | Career Earnings (Est.) | Net Worth (Est.) | Key Endorsements |
| Anthony Rendon | $38.6M | $245M | $155M | Rawlings, Nike |
| Travis d’Arnaud | $12M | $75M | $45M | Easton, Under Armour |
| Tyler Anderson | $13M | $58M | $35M | New Balance |
| Aaron Hicks | $10.5M | $68M | $42M | Louisville Slugger |
| Kyle Hendricks | $2.5M | $135M | $85M | Nike, Rawlings |
| Luis Rengifo | $4.9M | $12M | $7M | Marucci |
Hendricks earned $135 million entirely with Chicago creating an $85 million net worth before joining Los Angeles. His veteran presence provides rotation stability despite declining performance. Hicks collected $68 million building a $42 million fortune despite recent struggles.
Young Core Provides Cost-Controlled Foundation
O’Hoppe earns just $785K while emerging as the everyday catcher with 20+ home run power. His pre-arbitration status creates exceptional value as comparable catchers command $8-12 million through arbitration or free agency.
Neto makes $770K anchoring shortstop after a promising rookie campaign. His defensive versatility and contact skills justify everyday playing time while costing league minimum. Schanuel earned $772K at first base providing on-base skills.
| Position Group | Total Spending | Top Earner | Salary |
| Infield | $52M | Anthony Rendon | $38.6M |
| Outfield | $24M | Aaron Hicks | $10.5M |
| Starting Pitchers | $42M | Tyler Anderson | $13M |
| Bullpen | $22M | Carlos Estévez | $6.5M |
| Catchers | $12.8M | Travis d’Arnaud | $12M |
Jo Adell ($2.1M) and Mickey Moniak ($1.8M) fill outfield spots through arbitration. Taylor Ward earned $4.2 million patrolling right field. This mix of arbitration and pre-arbitration players allows Los Angeles to manage payroll during their transitional phase.
Rotation Lacks Elite Talent After Ohtani Departure
Los Angeles allocated $42 million to starting pitchers—24% of total payroll. Anderson ($13M) leads spending while Hendricks ($2.5M) and Soriano ($3.2M) provide depth. The Angels lack ace-caliber pitching after losing Ohtani to free agency.
Reid Detmers ($1.5M) and Patrick Sandoval ($4.8M) round out the rotation through arbitration. Griffin Canning earned $3.8M before potential free agency. The Angels’ pitching strategy prioritizes volume over elite talent during their rebuild.
Samuel Aldegheri ($770K) and Caden Dana ($765K) represent organizational pitching depth earning minimum salaries. Los Angeles develops internal arms rather than pursuing expensive free agent starters while rebuilding.
Bullpen Investment and Relief Strategy
Los Angeles allocated $22 million to relievers—13% of total payroll. Carlos Estévez earned $6.5 million as the closer before potential trade discussions. Ben Joyce ($785K) provides elite velocity at pre-arbitration rates.
The Angels avoided heavy bullpen spending during their transition, instead identifying undervalued options. Hunter Strickland ($2.2M) and Matt Moore ($2.8M) provide veteran depth. José Quijada ($1.1M) offers left-handed relief.
Los Angeles develops internal relief options like Ryan Zeferjahn ($770K) earning league minimum. This approach allows the Angels to preserve financial flexibility for future roster construction once their rebuild progresses.
FAQs
Who is Los Angeles Angels’ highest-paid player?
Anthony Rendon earns $38.6 million through his seven-year, $245 million contract running through 2026 despite playing fewer than 60 games in recent injury-plagued seasons.
What is Logan O’Hoppe’s salary?
O’Hoppe makes just $785K as a pre-arbitration catcher while producing 20+ home runs, creating exceptional roster value as he establishes himself through 2027.
How did losing Shohei Ohtani impact Angels’ payroll?
Ohtani’s departure to the Dodgers removed $30+ million from the Angels’ books, creating flexibility they’ve used cautiously during their organizational rebuild at $174 million.
Why is Anthony Rendon’s contract considered untradeable?
Rendon’s $38.6 million salary combined with chronic injuries and declining production make him baseball’s worst active contract with no trade market willing to absorb costs.
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