{"id":133033,"date":"2026-01-14T09:45:17","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T09:45:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/133033\/"},"modified":"2026-01-14T09:45:17","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T09:45:17","slug":"reporters-say-perry-minasian-may-be-gaslighting-in-interview-answers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/133033\/","title":{"rendered":"Reporters say Perry Minasian may be ‘gaslighting’ in interview answers."},"content":{"rendered":"

The narrative surrounding the Los Angeles Angels<\/a> shifted further on Tuesday as criticism of the front office and its public messaging intensified following remarks from a recent interview with general manager Perry Minasian<\/a> that sparked a viral response across baseball media.<\/p>\n

The discussion revolves around Minasian’s persistent refusal to acknowledge the widely reported organizational problems. Disconnection has fueled growing frustration, particularly after 10 consecutive losing seasons that prompted the fan base to demand greater transparency and a clear sense of direction.<\/p>\n

HaloTerritory, a Foul Territory Network affiliate and a top account dedicated to Angels content, shared a video clip on X (formerly known as Twitter) that quickly gained attention. The post included an open and honest<\/a> discussion with The Athletic’s Sam Blum, who appeared on the show to explain his recent interactions with the general manager.<\/p>\n

\u201cDoes Perry Minasian gaslight everyone with his answers to questions?<\/p>\n

@SamBlum3 gives his thoughts.\u201d<\/p>\n

Does Perry Minasian gaslight everyone with his answers to questions?@SamBlum3<\/a> gives his thoughts. pic.twitter.com\/yeuOvcbq37<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 HaloTerritory (@HaloTerritory) January 13, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Blum described the tone of those interactions as indicative of a consistent pattern rather than an isolated incident.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s not just gaslighting\u2026 it\u2019s the indignation with which it comes.\u201d<\/p>\n

He elaborated on the reasons why the exchanges resonated so profoundly with both journalists and fans who have adhered to the organization’s messaging for many years.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re just trying to get answers for the fan base on what direction they\u2019re headed in, and nearly every single time that\u2019s the way he operates.\u201d<\/p>\n

The comments garnered increased attention after public discrepancies emerged concerning pitcher Yusei Kikuchi’s alleged facility complaints, which were initially denied prior to the appearance of a corresponding job posting. That sequence heightened media scrutiny and reinforced the perception that accountability has been sidestepped rather than confronted.<\/p>\n

The broader concern now centers on whether Minasian is shielding ownership, including Arte Moreno, from more profound scrutiny. With Spring Training approaching and limited clarity surrounding the roster or long-term plan, frustration continues to build.<\/p>\n

For the Angels, the controversy extends<\/a> beyond a single interview or viral clip, reflecting a growing loss of trust between the organization, the media, and a fan base without postseason baseball for more than a decade.<\/p>\n