“Let The Kids Play” wasn’t the LA Angels’ slogan this year, but the entire MLB’s. Now, in a different way, the Angels need to embrace the idea.
No, I’m not saying sit the regular guys. Obviously you still want to contend and try to win each game. However, there’s a lot of ways for us to see if these younger players can handle the MLB.
For instance, Jared Walsh needs to play every game. Whether it’s an inning out of the bullpen, playing first base, or being the designated hitter, Walsh needs to play. He is the best two-way player in the MLB until Shohei Ohtani returns to the mound.