The Story: The Angels held a closed door meeting after their loss on Sunday.
The Monkey Says: There was probably a lot of discussion on what exact degree their sense of urgency is at. According to all quotes from all Angels players lately, that is apparently a subject of much debate. If only there was an urgency thermometer that could be installed in the clubhouse.
The Story: Ken Rosenthal quotes one rival GM who views the Angels GM position as undesirable.
The Monkey Says: I’m sure he’s got valid points, but I also have to think there is an incentive for a rival GM to cast aspersions on another franchise if it means potentially keeping them from getting a good hire and thus making them better.