Anaheim Angels 62-41 (.602) First Place in the AL West
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After six games against the Oakland A's and the Seattle Mariners, the Anaheim Angels find themselves in first place for the first time this season. They are percentage points ahead of the Mariners for the AL west lead. The Angels lost one game against the A's and they lost one game against the Mariners.
The Angels took care of the two best teams in the AL West, and now they have to see what they can do against the power houses of the AL East. They open a three game set against the Boston Red Sox on the 29th and they have a four game series verses the NY Yankees beginning on the first of August. The Angels showed that they are for real against the Mariners and the A's. Now its time to show that they are the best team in the AL by beating the Yankees and the Red Sox.
Some great news for you Angels fans. Troy Percival was activated from the 15-day disabled list on Saturday, July 27. This will be a giant help to an Angels bull pen that is suffering from injuries. Ben Weber was 3-for-3 in save chances in place of the Percival. With Percival back, Weber will likely be the set up guy and that will make for a great one-two punch in the bull pen.
On July 27 Jarrod Washburn's 12 game win streak was over. He pitched a complete game against the Mariners on July 27, giving up four hits and three earned runs. The Angels lost the game 3-1. Washburn did pitch well enough to win but this is a complete team effort and things were not all put together. Washburn was only two wins shy of Chuck Finley's club-record 14-game winning streak set in 1997-98.
PLAYER UPDATES
Bengie Molina- He is on the DL and he is expected to come back sooner then expected. Even when he comes off the DL leave him on the FA list. If he comes off the DL lighting it up I will let you know when its time to pick him up.
Brad Fullmer- He has six hits in his last 14 at-bats. Fullmer is hitting .288 with nine homers against right-handers and .192 with one homer against lefties. The platoon at first base will continue most likely for the rest of the season.
Adam Kennedy- His .245 average against lefties will keep him platooning for much of the rest of the year. Kennedy is still a good fantasy player, and his defense will keep him in the lineup over Benji Gil the majority of the time, but he will lose at-bats against lefties for the rest of the season.
David Eckstein- He is the hardest player in the AL to strike out with just 17 strikeouts in 307 plate appearances, and got a routine day off Wednesday against the A's.
Troy Glaus- He was hitting .292 with 11 homers and 47 RBIs at the end of May, but in June and July he is hitting just .199, lowering his season average to .244.
Garret Anderson- He is batting .360 in his last six games. He has nine hits in his last 25 at-bats. He has been the best bat for the Angels all year and will continue the production.
Darin Erstad- He only has three hits in his last 25 at-bats. The last six games have not been that good for Erstad but his production will be fine.
Tim Salmon- He has five hits in his last 24 at-bats. He does have a home run with three RBI.
Scott Spiezio- Over his last six games he is batting .389 with three RBI. His at-bats are going to stay limited with the three player platoon going at first base.
Shawn Wooten - In his last four games he is batting .375 with two RBI. He has only played in four of the last seven due to the platoon at first base.
Aaron Sele- He pitched seven strong innings Wednesday against the A's. He scattered six hits, walked none and striking out four.
Ramon Ortiz- He allowed eight hits, all singles, and four runs in 5.1 innings for a no-decision against the Oakland the 25th.
Kevin Appier- He allowed just four hits in eight scoreless innings in a 1-0 victory over the Mariners on Sunday. He has really picked it up of late, having only allowed eight runs in his last 32 innings.
Jarrod Washburn- His 12-game winning streak came to an end on Saturday, but he had another quality outing. He gave up three runs in eight innings in the loss to Seattle.
John Lackey- He pitched eight scoreless innings Friday to defeat the Mariners. Lackey came off of a couple of disappointing performances, but he was outstanding in the game against the Mariners, giving up six hits, walking one and striking out five.
Scott Schoeneweis- He is not getting too many innings pitched. With the way Lackey is pitching do not expect to see Schoenweis coming back into the rotation any time soon.
Ben Weber - He converted all three of his save opportunities while Percival was on the DL. Now that Percival is back don’t look for Weber to get many save opportunities.
Troy Percival- He came off the DL and he earned a save in his first game back Sunday against the Mariners.
INJURY REPORT
The Angels activated closer Troy Percival from the 15-day disabled list on July 27. Lou Pote was optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake in order to make room on the roster for Percival.
Bengie Molina, who injured his hamstring, could be activated on Aug. 1. He could be back before expected. It was originally thought he would be sidelined for at least one month, but the LA Times reports that he is responding well to treatment and will be back soon.
Dennis Cook (P) - Left shoulder - 15-day DL (7/5)
Steve Green (P) - Right elbow - 60-day DL (3/11)
INSIDE THE SERIES
The Angels just finished two very important series against their division rival Mariners and A's. The Angels took two out of three against both teams and now find them selves in first place in the AL West.
Angels vs. A's
In this three game set the Angels beat the A's two out of three. The Angels scored 11 runs to the Angels pitchers gave up seven runs.
In Game One the Angels lost the game 2-1. Shawn Wooten went 3-4 and Darin Erstad went 1-5 with an RBI and he stranded four runners. The Angels got a great game from Kevin Appier who pitched eight innings giving up four hits and just two earned runs.
In the Second game the Angels pulled it out a win, beating the A's 5-1. The Angels got a surprising game from Orlando Palmeiro. He went 2-4 and led the team with three RBI. David Eckstein went 2-4 with an RBI and a run scored. Aaron Sele earned the win, pitching seven innings giving up six hits and one earned run.
In the rubber game the Angels squeaked a win with a score of 5-4 to take the series against the A's. Salmon went 1-3 with two RBI and Anderson went 3-5 with an RBI. Ortiz started the game pitching five and two thirds innings giving up eight hits and four earned runs. Shields earned the win pitching two and two thirds innings and Weber closed the game with a perfect ninth.
Angels vs. Mariners
In the series that was going to set the table for the AL west the Angels took two games from the Mariners and the AL West lead. The Angels out scored the Mariners 10 to three. Angels pitchers came to play putting up two shut outs.
In the opening game of the series the Angels opened it up on the Mariners beating them 8-0. Spiezo went 1-4 and he drove in three runs. Salmon went 2-5 with a home run and an RBI. Lacky earned the win pitching eight beautiful innings, giving up six hits and no runs.
In the second game the Seattle beat the Angels 3-1. Washburn's 12-game winning streak was ended in the loss. He pitched well enough to win the game but did not get the usual run support. Glaus went 0-3 the three runners left on base. Fullmer went 2-3, scoring the single run for the Angels.
In the final game of the three set the Angels beat the Mariners 1-0. Appier pitched a brilliant game in the Angels shutout. He went eight innings giving up four hits and he did not allow a single run. Wooten broke up a scoreless tie driving in Salmon, with a sacrifice fly in the top of the ninth inning.
Rumor Central
Their focus has been on acquiring a power reliever, figuring that depth can be added off the waiver wire. Shuey was at the top of the list, but the Dodgers nabbed him from Cleveland on Sunday.
The Angels could use some help at first base, where Shawn Wooten, Brad Fullmer and Scott Spiezio have been sharing playing time.
The problem with making a big trade is that the Angels Owner, Bill Stoneman, does not want to deal any of the young talent he has sitting in the minors.
QUICK VIEW
Glaus (HOLD/TRADE) - Yes he is in a huge slump but he is still a very valuable bat at third base. There are not many options at third base. IF you can put together a deal to get a player like Eric Chavez then do it. There is no telling when Glaus will pull out of this.
Salmon (GET) - By now he is probably not going to be found on an FA lists. IF he is then get him right away. IF you can get him for pretty cheap then make the deal.
Lackey (ADD) - He will most likely be a FA in most leagues. He has pitched beautifully since he has been called up. In his most recent start he shut out the Seattle Mariners. This kid is for real. Pick him up.
In general anyone that plays everyday for the Angels can and should be on your roster (Eckstein, Glaus, Anderson, Erstad, Salmon, Washburn, Appier, Sele, Ortiz, Lackey, and Percival).
PITCHING MATCH-UPS
Mon. 29 - Sele (8-7) Castillo (5-11)
Tue. 30 - Ortiz (9-7) Martinez (13-2)
Wed. 31 - Lackey (2-1) Arrojo (4-3)
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Anaheim Angels 58-39 (.598) Second in the AL West
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The Angels had a very strong weekend. They had five games against their division rivals Oakland A's and Seattle Mariners. This was an opportunity for the Angels to show that they were there to play and they have what it takes to take over the AL West. With wins in these five games, the Angels would set them selves up for a chance to move closer into first place.
In the two games against the A's the Angels lost one and won one. After those two games it was time to see how and what they would do to the Mariners.
Sweep?
The Angels did indeed sweep the Mariners this weekend, moving them to just one game out of first place. Jarrod Washburn earned his 12th strait victory pitching seven innings and giving up five earned runs. Washburn improves to a record of 12-2. With the bullpen suffering right now, Ben Weber stepped up and earned his second save in a row, while filling in for Troy Percival, who is currently on the 15-day DL. Garret Anderson drove in the go-ahead run with his second double in the seventh inning.
In the next few weeks the Angels will go though that little routine again. Now that the got the A’s and the Mariners out of the way, they have to do it again. The have a series with the A’s which begins on the 23rd and then a three game series with the Mariners which begins on the 26th. This will clear the playoff up a lot and show who belongs and who really doesn’t. The Angels showed everyone ounce that they are for real, can they do it again? We will have to wait and see if this story can continue for the Angels.
On the rumor Side: With the bullpen being so thin lately, the Angels are looking to pick up a live arm for the bullpen. The Los Angeles Times reported more names on the Angels' trade target list -- Detroit's Juan Acevedo, Milwaukee's Mike DeJean and Tampa Bay's Esteban Yan. The newspaper earlier said the Angels do not want to trade their top prospects or pick up a fat contract. They might eventually yield on one or the other, but not yet.
PLAYER UPDATES
Bengie Molina- He may be out until Sept. 1 because of a partially torn left hamstring. The Angles are looking to replace him in a trade. So if you have him just drop him.
Brad Fullmer- Over his last five games he is batting .188 with no home runs and three RBI.
Adam Kennedy- In his last 21 at-bats Kennedy is batting a solid .333 and he has driven in two runs.
David Eckstein- He had three hits and three RBIs Friday against the Mariners. He has five hits and six RBIs in the last three games. He has been a consistent performer most of the season and he doesn't seem to be slowing down.
Troy Glaus- In the last seven days Glaus has one home run and eight RBI while batting .286. It looks like he might be popping out of his slump.
Garret Anderson- He continues to be the Angels hottest bat. In the last seven days he is batting .448 and he has two home runs with 10 RBI.
Darin Erstad- He has reported no pain in his foot in his last two games back. He is good to go and should be in your line up every game.
Tim Salmon- He tied a career high with five hits Friday against the Mariners. He also had five RBIs and a home run. He's batting .362 in July with two home runs and 10 RBIs. Since a slow start, Salmon has been on fire.
Scott Spiezio- In his last 21 at-bats he has one home run with three RBI and he is batting .333.
Shawn Wooten - With B. Molina in the DL, expect to see Wooten get some time behind the plate. He has only appeared in one of the last seven games.
Aaron Sele- In his last start he pitched seven games and gave up eight hits and two runs.
Ramon Ortiz- He won for the first time in five starts Friday. He held the Mariners to two runs and seven hits in seven innings.
Kevin Appier- He allowed seven hits and four walks over six innings Wednesday against Oakland. He kept the A's off the scoreboard except for two home runs.
Jarrod Washburn- He is the hottest pitcher in all of baseball. He won his 12th strait game Sunday against the Seattle Mariners.
John Lackey- He has not gotten a decision in his last two starts. In the two games he has pitched 9.2 innings giving up 14 hits and 10 earned runs.
Al Levine- The Anaheim Angels have activated him from the disabled list. The right-hander, who will replace Matt Wise in the bullpen, had been sidelined with tendinitis in his pitching shoulder.
Troy Percival- He could throw in the bullpen Monday and pitch in a simulated game in the middle of the week.
INJURY REPORT
P Dennis Cook - Left shoulder 15-day DL (7/5)
P Steve Green - Right elbow 60-day DL (3/11)
C Bengie Molina - Left hamstring 15-day DL (7/17)
P Troy Percival - Left foot 15-day DL (7/11)
INSIDE THE SERIES
Angels vs. A's
In a two game series, the Angels lost one and won one against the Oakland A's. On Wednesday the 17th the Angels won 10-4 and lost 2-0 on the 18th.
In game one of the series the Angels really took it to Tim Hudson. The scored five runs (3er) off the starter. The Angels got big games from David Eckstein, Garret Anderson, and Scott Spezio. Eckstein went 2-4 with a home run off Hudson in the first, three RBI and he scored two runs. Anderson went 2-4 with a home run and two RBI. Spezio went 3-5 with three runs scored. The Angels bats were alive tonight and they also get a solid start out of Kevin Appier. He pitched six giving up seven hits and three earned runs.
In Game two Barry Zito had the Angels number. The Angels were shut out but the A's. No one hit the ball and big bat Troy Glaus went 0-4 and Eckstein also went 0-fer. Anderson continues to hit the ball going 2-4 in the loss. Aaron Sele pitched a good game going seven innings and giving up eight hits and only two earned runs. Schoeneweis pitched two perfect innings in relive.
Angels vs. Mariners
The Angels swept the series moving to only one game out of first, behind the Mariners. In the three game series the Angles out scored the Mariners 29-14.
In game one on the 19th the Angels whooped the Mariners 15-3. The Angels lit Freddie Garcia up on Friday night. Five was the magic number for Salmon on Friday night. He went 5-5 with five RBI. Eckstein went 3-5 with three RBI. Anderson went 3-5 with two RBI. The Angels got a good pitching performance for Ortiz. He went seven innings giving up seven hits, two earned runs and struck out eight.
In the second game the Angels won a close one 7-6. Lackey had his first rough start of the year. He only lasted 3 2/3 innings. He gave up seven hits and five runs in the three innings. Lucky for him the Angels bats came to play. Anderson went 2-4 with two RBI; Glaus went 1-3 with his one hit being a home run and three RBI. Weber came in the ninth and converted the save in two perfect innings.
Bring out the brooms. In the third game the Angels finished the sweep of the Mariners. Washburn won is 12th strait game in converting the sweep. Anderson went 2-4 with an RBI and Jose Molina went 3-4 with an RBI. Washburn went seven innings giving up eight hits and five runs on route to his 12th victory. For the second night in a row Weber closed out the game, to earn his fourth save of the season.
QUICK VIEW
Washburn (GET) – If you can pull some kind of trade to get him do it. He is the hottest pitcher in baseball and this isn’t happening on accident. He has beaten some of the best teams in baseball.
Salmon (ADD) – He is on fire. If you’re lacking in the outfield then he will make a great addition. He is producing number in all three of the big categories.
B. Molina (DROP) – He is going to be out for a while and he is not worth holding on too. Just open up a spot on your roster and get rid of him.
J. Molina (ADD) – Until the Angels make a move for a new catcher, Jose will be their starting catcher. He is a decent replacement if your had his older brother on your team.
PITCHING MATCH-UPS
Tue. 23 - Appier (ANA) vs. Zito (OAK)
Wed. 24 - Sele (ANA) vs. Hudson (OAK)
Thu. 25 - Ortiz (ANA) vs. Lidle (OAK)
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Anaheim Angels 54-38
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Since the All-Star break the Angels are 3-3. They broke a three game loosing streak tonight on the hot arm of Jarrod Washburn. The Angles are still on the Seattle Mariners tail, only three games out of first place. But the Oakland A’s are tied with the Angles in second place. One of these teams can come out of the next couple weeks with a nice lead in the AL West. They all end up playing each other in a couple series in the weeks to come. If the Angels want to make a run at the playoffs then this is the time they need to step up their play. The schedule for the Angles gets very hard and if they really want to show people that they are for real, now is the time to do it. They start with a series at Oakland, they play Seattle at home, and then Oakland comes to Anaheim and then the Angles travel to Seattle and after that they play Boston and New York at home. Those are the three best team in the AL and they need to play like they belong if they want to make the playoffs.
Recently, in the two losses to the Kansas City Royals and the one loss to the Minnesota Twins, Angels pitching have been hammered. In the three games the Royals and Twins scored 26 runs. The majority of the damage was done against Ramon Ortiz and Scott Schoeneweis, who came into relief of John Lackey. In the three losses Angles hitters only compiled 11 runs, against Paul Byrd, Miguel Asencio, and Johan Santana.
The Angles have had some hard hits to their bullpen lately. Al Levine, Troy Percival, and Dennis Cook are all on the DL. With the strength of the up coming schedule the Angles are going to have to buckle down and just play. Their bullpen was not the strongest when at full strength. Now they have a big disadvantage. They will defiantly have to go out and get another arm to keep the bullpen somewhat intact and if they want to keep in this playoff hunt.
PLAYER UPDATES
Bengie Molina- He is day-to-day with a strained hamstring. If you have a more viable option behind the plate, go with him.
Brad Fullmer- He as been loosing at bats with addition of Wooten to the lineup.
Adam Kennedy- There is nothing new going on here. He is still not producing like he is wanted to.
David Eckstein- He was beaned Friday to take the league lead with 13. He is ahead of last year's pace, when he was hit 21 times.
Troy Glaus- He has one extra-base hit in his last 20 games. He is hitting .194 in that stretch, with 20 strikeouts in 62 at-bats. As an up side he is batting .421 with four RBI in the last seven days.
Garret Anderson- He as been the only source of power for the Angles so far this second half. Over the last seven days he is only batting .217 with two home runs and six RBI.
Darin Erstad- He had an infected blood blister on his foot drained Tuesday morning. He was not in the starting lineup on Tuesday against Minnesota.
Tim Salmon- He has started the second half pretty slow. Over the last seven days he is batting .300 with zero home runs and only one RBI.
Scott Spiezio- He is now in a platoon at first base with Shawn Wooten. In his last five games he is batting .250 with no home runs and three RBI.
Shawn Wooten - His solo shot against the Royals was the only run scored in Anaheim's victory Thursday. Wooten doesn't have a regular spot with the club, but manager Mike Scioscia will find a way to get him in games.
Aaron Sele- In his last start he pitched six innings and gave up eight hits and four runs in the loss.
Ramon Ortiz- He had his worst outing of the year Sunday. He allowed nine runs in two innings as his ERA rose from 3.21 to 3.80. Raul Ibanez hit a grand slam and a three-run home run off Ortiz.
Kevin Appier- In his last start he gave up five hits and three earned runs in an Angels win.
Jarrod Washburn- The 27-year-old right-hander has not lost since April 13, going 11-0 with a 2.58 ERA in 15 starts since then. Washburn shut down the Twins 4-2 Tuesday for his 11th straight victory
Dennis Cook - He has a suspected torn labrum in his shoulder, and an examination Monday should determine when, or if, he can return this season.
John Lackey- Lackey was let down by the bullpen, but has allowed less than three earned runs and has pitched six innings or more in each of his four starts.
Scott Schoeneweis- He will share time in the closer role with Troy Percival sidelined. He allowed five runs in two innings in a loss on Monday.
Al Levine- He is expected to pitch on a rehab assignment Tuesday and Thursday to strengthen his shoulder.
Troy Percival- A Foot infection as put him on the DL. An examination Sunday confirmed that the infection had reached the Achilles' tendon and would take some time to heal
INJURY REPORT
Dennis Cook - An injured shoulder chased lefty reliever Cook to the 15-day disabled list on July 13. An exam Monday revealed a partially torn rotator cuff and torn labrum. The fiery veteran balked at surgery and has opted to rehabilitate his left shoulder.
Al Levine - He has been out nursing a tender shoulder since June 28. He began a rehab assignment on July 15, and hopes to be activated before July 21.
Troy Percival - An infection in his left foot landed closer Percival on the 15-day disabled list July 14.
On the Farm
With Percival on the 15-day disabled list, a spot on the roster opened up for pitcher Matt Wise to be recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake.
INSIDE THE SERIES
Angles v. Royals
In a four game set with the Kansas Royals the Angels won two and lost two. The Royals out scored the Angles 19 runs to 15. Angles pitchers did not come to play in the first series after the All-Star break.
In game one the Angels won the game 1-0. They got another great pitching performance from Jarrod Washburn. He earned his tenth strait victory. In his first game off the DL, Shawn Wooten drove in the only run. He went 2 for 3 in the game.
In game two the Angles opened it up and scored 11 runs on the Royals. Anderson hit two home runs with three RBI and Scot Spezio went 2-5 with three RBI. Appier earned the win pitching six innings giving up three earned runs with five k's.
In the third game the Angles lost the game 4-0. Combined Erstad and Glaus went 0-7. Sele got the loss pitching a solid game giving up four runs in six innings pitched.
Game four was the worst outing of the season for Ramon Ortiz. He pitched only two innings in an Angles 12-3 loss. He game up seven hits and nine earned runs. Salmon went 2-3 and Glaus went 2-4 with an RBI.
Angels v. Twins
In the two game set the Angels won one and lost one. In the loss the score was 10-8 and in the Angels win the score was 4-2.
In game number one Angles pitcher got lit up for 10 runs. John Lackey pitched a good game. He pitched six innings and gave up three earned runs. The game was lost when Scott Schoeneweis came out of the bullpen. He pitched two innings and gave up five earned runs. Angles hitters hit the ball real well scoring eight runs. Troy Glaus went 3-3 with two RBI. Shawn Wooten went 1-4 and drove in two runs.
In game number two Washburn earned his 11th straight victory. He pitched six innings gave up two earned runs and struck out four. Garret Anderson hit a home run in the fourth inning and drove in two runs.
QUICK VIEW
Bengie Molina (DROP) - If there is a better option at catcher, then drop Molina.
Shawn Wooten( ADD) - He is a good hitter and as get gets in season form he will be getting lots of at-bats.
Scott Schoeneweis (ADD) - Add him here only if you are in need of some saves. He is will be getting save opportunities with Percival on the DL.
Troy Percival (HOLD) - Even though he is on the DL do not drop him. He will be back and he will be closing games again real soon.
PITCHING MATCH-UPS
Jul. 17: Ana - Appier (7-7) Oak - Hudson (7-7)
Jul. 18: Ana - Sele (7-6) Oak - Zito (12-3)
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Anaheim Angels 47-34
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After Loosing three out of five games to the Texas Rangers, the Anaheim Angels won two out of three from the NL West leaging LA Dodgers in the freeway series. Sele and Lackly got wins for the Angels against their cross town rivals.
The Angels find them selves four games out of first place in the AL West, behind the Seattle Mariners and two games up on the Oakland A's. The Angles find them selves in a pretty good postition. They have series with Baltimore and against Tampa Bay before the All-Star break. Both team are struggling this year and will give the Angels a chance to lessen the gap between them and the Mariners.
The Angels began a series against the Baltimore Orioles on a bad note Tuesday night. They lost the opening game by a score of 3-0. The Angles lost despite a good pitching effort by Ramon Ortiz. He pitched eight innings giving up only five hits and two earned runs. The Angles had a horid day at the plate, getting only four hits and zero runs off of Rodrigo Lopez, who ever that guy is.
On June 28th, Al Levine was placed on the DL. This injury puts a hole in the Angels bullpen. As a result Scott Schoeneweis has been demoted to the bullpen. John Lackey is going to be taking Schoeneweis' spot in the rotation.
PLAYER UPDATES
Bengie Molina- He has not been getting the job done at the plate. In the last seven days Molina is hitting 3-19, with one home run and three RBI.
Brad Fullmer- He has played in only three games over the last seven days. He was not in the line-up for Tuesday night's game because of flu-like symptoms.
Adam Kennedy- Problems continue for Kennedy. Because of his lack of hitting he is now platooning at second base with Jose Nieves and Benji Gil. He has has been hitting .313 over the last seven days.
David Eckstein- He has turned into one of the hardest player in the AL to strike out with just 17 strikeouts in 307 plate appearances. Over the last seven days he had not been producing, batting .238 with zero RBI and only three runs scored.
Troy Glaus- After hitting a slump, Glaus has been hitting well in the last week. He is batting .278 with one home run and five RBI over the last seven days.
Garret Anderson- He was added to the All-Star game as a back-up. He is the one Angel that will be at the All-Star Game. Over the past seven days he is batting .217 with no home runs and 4 RBI.
Darin Erstad- He is getting it done out in center field. He has been playing good defence and has been hitting the ball well. Over the last seven days Erstad is batting .333 and he has stolen two bases.
Tim Salmon- He has been heating up with the bat lately. Over the last seven days he has been the Angels hottest hitter. He is batting .391 with a home run, six RBI and 14 total bases.
Scott Spiezio- He has been a consistent bat for the Angels this year. He is not producing big numbers but he is getting the job done. Over the last seven days he is batting .278 with four RBI.
Aaron Sele- He rebounded from three poor starts in a row with a three-hit, complete game performance against the Dodgers on Saturday.
Ramon Ortiz- Over his last two starts Ortiz is 0-1 with an ERA of 3.68. He has been pitching very solid, but he has not been getting the hitting to get the decisions.
Kevin Appier- In his last start he lasted only five and a third innings and he gave up five runs in a no decision.
Jarrod Washburn- In his last start he gave up only one run and four hits in six innings in a victory over Texas on Thursday. He has won eight in a row and has a 13-start unbeaten streak. He has quickly turned into the Angels' ace.
John Lackey- Manager Mike Scioscia has made the move putting Lackey in the rotation for Scott Schoeneweis. In his last start he allowed one run and five hits in six innings in a victory over the Dodgers on Sunday.
Scott Schoeneweis- He has lost his spot in the starting rotation to John Lackey. This year he has a 5.38 ERA, and has a terrible 44/40 K/BB ratio in 90 1/3 innings.
Al Levine- He was placed on the 15-day disabled list with tendinitis in his right shoulder. Levine has made a team-leading 33 appearances, posting a 3-2 record with four saves and a 4.11 ERA.
Troy Percival- He is have a good season. On his last two appierences he had an ERA of o.oo with two saves.
INJURY REPORT
Al Levine- A tender shoulder has forced Levine to the 15-day disabled list.
Julio Ramirez- A strained left calf landed OF Ramirez on the 15-day disabled list June 18.
Shawn Wooten- He has moved from Single-A Rancho Cucamonga and will continue his rehabilitation assignment Monday at Triple-A Salt Lake. Recovering from thumb surgery, Wooten is expected to join the big club after the All-Star break.
INSIDE THE SERIES
Vs. Texas Rangers- June 24-27. The Angels has a rough series against the Texas Rangers. They lost three out of the five game. Key High Lights: Darrin Erstad had nine hits and four RBI in the series. Troy Glaus was held to two hits and zero RBI. Angels starting pitchers pitched nine and two thirds inings and game up 22 total earned runs.
Vs. LA Dodgers- June 28-30. Angels had a great series against their cross town rival. The scored 17 total runs in the three game series. Troy Glaus had a huge series getting five hits and five RBI. Garret Anderson got only two and two RBI in the Dodger series. Anaheim starting pitchers pitched 20 and one third innings in the the three games and gave up six erned runs.
QUICK VIEW
Adam Kennedy (DROP)- He is not worth having on your roster. He shares time with two other guys and when he does play he doesnt produce. Just get rid of him.
Tim Salmon (ADD)- He has been very hot lately. If your in need of some hitting, then pick him up. He will put up good numbers after the break.
Jarrod Washburn (HOLD/GET)- IF you have him then let him be. If you dont have him then get him. He might be the hottest pitcher in the AL.
John Lackey (ADD)- If your need pitching help then he might be a solid pick up. He will not be a grest pick up but he will help a bad staff.
Scott Schoeneweis (DROP)- He has been dumped into the bullpen. He is usless now. Drop him and just put him out of his missery.
Shawn Wooten (ADD)- He will be comming back after the All-Star game. The Angels are thin at first base and he will be getting a lot of playing time. He might not come back strong, but give him time and he will be back to his old self.
PITCHING MATCH-UPS
Jul 3 - Jarrod Washburn (ANA) Vs. Scott Erickson (BAL)
Jul 4 - Kevin Appier (ANA) Vs. Travis Driskill (BAL)
Jul 5 - Aaron Sele (ANA) Vs. Joe Kennedy (TB)
Jul 6 - John Lackey (ANA) Vs. Jorge Sosa (TB)
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