J.P. Hoornstra

J.P. Hoornstra

Joined: Dec 4, 2023

J.P. Hoornstra is an On SI Contributor. A veteran of 20 years of sports coverage for daily newspapers in California, J.P. covered MLB, the Los Angeles Dodgers, and the Los Angeles Angels (occasionally of Anaheim) from 2012-23 for the Southern California News Group. His first book, The 50 Greatest Dodgers Games of All-Time, published in 2015. In 2016, he won an Associated Press Sports Editors award for breaking news coverage. He once recorded a keyboard solo on the same album as two of the original Doors.

Los Angeles Angels right fielder Kole Calhoun (56) and outfielder Matt Joyce (20) celebrate the 4-3 12 inning win against the Minnesota Twins during game one of a doubleheader at Target Field on Sept. 19, 2015.

Angels fans gather outside Angel Stadium before the game between the Los Angeles Angels and the Texas Rangers to protest the Angels team owner Arte Moreno on May 23, 2026.

Los Angeles Rams owner Stan Kroenke in attendance against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on Dec 7, 2025.

Victor Rojas an American baseball broadcaster, announced the pregame ceremony for Vladimir Guerrero's Hall of Fame induction before the game between Los Angeles Angels and Oakland Athletics at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on Aug. 10, 2018.

Sports agent Scott Boras talks on a cell phone before a game between the Colorado Rockies and Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium onApril 14, 2025.

Angels News

Baseball agent Scott Boras weighed in on the Angels' change in ownership.

Los Angeles Angels fans gather outside Angel Stadium before the game between the Los Angeles Angels and the Texas Rangers to protest the Angels team owner Arte Moreno on May 23, 2026.

Angels News

A former Angels slugger said what many fans were thinking after it was announced the team would be sold to Kroenke Sports & Entertainment on Tuesday: "If this is the happiest you’ve ever made the fans, that’s kind of a tough one."

Los Angeles Angels president Molly Jolly watches during the game against the Boston Red Sox at Angel Stadium on July 5, 2026.

Angels News

It's too soon to jump to conclusions about how the Angels will fare under their new owner, who will face plenty of questions from Day 1.

Seattle Mariners left fielder Cade Marlowe (18) crosses home plate after hitting a solo home run against the Los Angeles Angels during the fourth inning at Peoria Sports Complex on Feb. 25, 2023.

Angels News

A left-handed hitting outfielder with a .296 batting average for the Angels' Triple-A affiliate opted out of his minor league contract, making him a free agent.

Angels first baseman Trey Mancini (34) reacts after hitting an RBI triple during the first inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Angel Stadium on June 12, 2026.

Angels News

A former World Series champion and comeback player of the year announced his retirement at 34, two months after his final game with the Angels.

Tommy John throws out the ceremonial first pitch before a game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres at Dodger Stadium in 2009.

Angels News

A pitcher spent parts of four seasons in Anaheim in a 26-year career in MLB died at 83

Angels pitching coach Mike Maddux (88) third baseman Denzer Guzman (23) second baseman Vaughn Grissom (5) shortstop Zach Neto (9) first baseman Nolan Schanuel (18) meet with pitcher Reid Detmers (48) and catcher Logan O'Hoppe (14) during the third inning at Angel Stadium on July 3.

Angels News

The Angels' coaching staff will finish the season differently than it began after three coaches were abruptly fired.

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Yusei Kikuchi (16) is removed from the game by manager Ron Washington (37) as catcher Logan O'Hoppe (14), first baseman Nolan Schanuel (18) and second baseman Tim Anderson (77) watch in the sixth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Angel Stadium on April 20, 2025.

Angels News

A 10-year veteran who was in the Angels' Opening Day lineup a year ago said he's retiring from baseball at 33.

Angels designated hitter Jorge Soler (12) looks on before a game against the Houston Astros at Angel Stadium on July 27, 2026.

The Angels made a big decision about Jorge Soler, their 34-year-old veteran who has struggled mightily since returning from the injured list in June.

Los Angeles Angels pitcher Tyler Bremner poses for a portrait during photo day at Tempe Diablo Stadium on Feb. 18, 2026.

The Angels announced a slew of minor league transactions one day after the MLB trade deadline, including a promotion of their 2025 first-round draft pick.

Angels relief pitcher Ryan Zeferjahn (56) is removed from the game by interim manager Ray Montgomery (81) against the Atlanta Braves in the sixth inning at Truist Park on July 2, 2025.

The Angels sent one of their often-used relievers to Chicago in exchange for a 22-year-old catcher

Angels pitcher Jose Soriano (59) watches from the dugout during the seventh inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Angel Stadium on Aug. 1, 2026.

The Angels traded right-handed pitcher Jose Soriano to an American League rival for three players, including a top shortstop prospect.