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The fastest-rising Angel since 1978.
Nolan Ryan Schanuel (born February 14, 2002) is an American professional baseball first baseman for the Los Angeles Angels of Major League Baseball (MLB). He played college baseball for the Florida Atlantic Owls.
Quick Facts
- Years active with team
- 1972–1979
Lore & Background
Schanuel grew up in Boynton Beach, Florida, and attended Park Vista Community High School. He played three seasons at Florida Atlantic, earning national honors. He was selected 11th overall by the Angels in the 2023 MLB draft and made his MLB debut 40 days later, the fastest for a position player in 45 years.
Reader's Guide
Schanuel is a contact hitter with an upright stance and high hand position. He reached base safely in his first 29 MLB games, setting an Angels record. In 2024, he slashed .250/.343/.362 with 13 home runs and 54 RBIs in 147 games.
Did You Know?
- Schanuel's first career hit was a single off Jason Adam in his MLB debut on August 18, 2023.
- Schanuel's 30-game on-base streak to begin his career is the third-longest in MLB history.
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