The Los Angeles Angels enjoyed a solid April before crumbling in May and June. Their 14-game losing streak was the talk of MLB for the past few weeks and many are questioning whether they are even a playoff contender. As of this story’s publication, the Angels own an underwhelming 29-34 record and sit in third place in the AL West.

So should they be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline?

Here is a breakdown of 3 reasons why the Angels should be buyers at the trade deadline.

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3 reasons Angels should be buyers at the MLB trade deadline

Expanded postseason 

MLB added two extra playoff teams for the 2022 season. This alone will entice a number of fringe contenders to go all in on buying at the trade deadline. The Angels are just a couple of pieces away from becoming a legitimate contender so adding at the deadline makes sense.

The only way Los Angeles could make a realistic selling argument is if they go on another dreadful losing streak. As long as they hover around .500 this is a team that should do what they can to contend.