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Consistency will be key as Neto carries strong 2nd half of ’26 into ’27

While the Angels have plenty of areas where they need to improve in 2027 on the heels of losing 100 games for the first time in franchise history, shortstop isn’t one of them, with the consistency of Zach Neto. Neto…

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Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 12:50 PM

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Zach Neto aims to maintain consistent performance in 2027 following a strong second half in 2026.
Neto led the Los Angeles Angels in WAR for the third straight season, recording 5.2 WAR in 2026.
He played a career-high 157 games in 2026 while managing at least 20 homers and 20 doubles.

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Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto aims to carry his strong second-half performance from 2026 into the 2027 season. The 25-year-old led the team in Wins Above Replacement for the third consecutive season with 5.2 WAR, overcoming early offensive struggles and Trade Deadline uncertainty following conversations with interim general manager John Mozeliak.

Neto remains under team control through 2029 and is eligible for arbitration this offseason. As Kroenke Sports & Entertainment prepares to finalize its purchase of the Angels in early 2027, the front office faces decisions on whether to build around Neto or explore trade options amid a broader team rebuild.

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Consistency will be key as Neto carries strong 2nd half of ’26 into ’27

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