Angels Notes: Nolan Schanuel Injury, Zach Neto Contract Extension Update, Pitcher to Restricted List

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The Los Angeles Angels lost to the Chicago Cubs 12-1 at Angel Stadium. The Halos got dominated, giving up 15 hits to the Cubs.
Victor Mederos was the starter, though he only got through four innings of work, allowing six runs.
During the game, first baseman Nolan Schanuel exited the game with left wrist soreness.
In other news, a team insider provided an update on the status of an extension for Zach Neto.
The star is getting more and more expensive with each game that passes, and an extension could help pay for his free agency years sooner.
Finally, starting pitcher Jose Soriano is still on the restricted list for a surprise reason.
Here’s more information on these stories and all the latest Angels news (click the headline for the full article):
Angels Urged to Sign Rising Star to Long-Term Contract Extension
Zach Neto Provides Unfortunate Update on Potential Contract Extension With Angels
Angels Place Pitcher on Restricted List in Surprise Move: Here's Why
Angels' Biggest Red Flag Revealed By MLB Insider
Angels Activate $33 Million Reliever, Send Down Pitcher Without Him Getting Into Game
Is Kenley Jansen Going on Injured List? Angels Star Answers
Angels Tweets of the Day:
FINAL: Cubs 12, Angels 1 pic.twitter.com/Ac5kddJDIS
— Los Angeles Angels (@Angels) August 24, 2025
catching waves 🤝 throwing baseballs
— Los Angeles Angels (@Angels) August 24, 2025
Thank you to Women’s US Open of Surfing champ Sawyer Lindblad for tossing tonight’s honorary first pitch! pic.twitter.com/U7wNdhyUtu
Before tonight's game, we recognized Zach Neto for his A.L. Player of the Week honor. 🏆
— Los Angeles Angels (@Angels) August 24, 2025
Congratulations, Zach! pic.twitter.com/LHnOJ73QAJ
surf 'n' turf 🦞
— Los Angeles Angels (@Angels) August 24, 2025
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📻: @AngelsRadioKLAA#RepTheHalo x @FBMSupply pic.twitter.com/pWnbnfftD8
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