The Los Angeles Angels couldn't hit against the Mets, and the bullpen couldn't pitch, so the result was predictable.

The Angels continue to struggle offensively.

The bullpen blows a second-straight game as the Angels continue their eight losses in last nine games skid.

The Los Angeles Angels still have some rotation issues, but Jack Kochanowicz is starting to be one of the solutions.

The Los Angeles Angels used a power barrage and a great start by Jack Kochanowicz to blow out Cincinnati.

The Angels started their seven-game road trip with an offensive eruption, winning 10-2 against the Cincinnati Reds.

Right-handers Jack Kochanowicz and Ryan Johnson both struggled in the majors last year, but now come into 2026 with adjustments to their arsenals in hopes of better fortunes this year.

HOUSTON -- The Los Angeles Angels battled on Sunday afternoon, but ultimately came up short following a 9-7 loss against the Houston Astros.

Los Angeles Angels (2-1) vs. Houston Astros (1-2) Houston; Sunday, 2:10 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Angels: Jack Kochanowicz (0-0); Astros: Tatsuya Imai (0-0) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Astros -182, Angels +152; over/under is 8 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Los Angeles Angels lead 2-1 in a four-game series with the Houston Astros. Houston had an 87-75 record overall and a 46-35 record in home games last season.