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Angels' Joel Pineiro makes a frustrating return to St. Louis

Angels' Joel Pineiro makes a frustrating return to St. Louis

Pineiro lasts three innings after giving up a grand slam to Cardinals' pitcher Brad Penny in 9-5 loss.

 

Angels hit, then hang on to beat White Sox, 6-5

Brian Fuentes saves it for a sharp Ervin Santana after Kevin Jepsen and Fernando Rodney almost blow a big lead in the eighth inning.

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Texas two-steps to a sweep of Angels with 8-7 victory

Texas two-steps to a sweep of Angels with 8-7 victory

Rangers show resilience as they rally from 7-3 deficit. Angels starter Jered Weaver allows four of his seven runs during a disastrous fifth inning.

Vladimir Guerrero's season with Rangers may earn him a trip to Anaheim

Vladimir Guerrero's season with Rangers may earn him a trip to Anaheim

The designated hitter is among the American League leaders in key categories, potentially putting him on track for selection to the All-Star game July 13 at Angel Stadium.

Joel Pineiro pitches a gem as Angels win, 4-0, to sweep Oakland

Joel Pineiro pitches a gem as Angels win, 4-0, to sweep Oakland

Starter needs only 98 pitches in four-hit, complete game, and is backed by two superb plays on defense. It remains to be seen whether Angels have hit their stride or just caught A's at right time.

Kendry Morales leads outburst in Angels' 12-3 victory over Athletics

Kendry Morales leads outburst in Angels' 12-3 victory over Athletics

The first baseman hits a three-run home run in the fourth inning and a two-run shot in the seventh as the Angels rack up season highs in hits (15) and runs.

Angels' Howie Kendrick takes lineup promotion in stride

Angels' Howie Kendrick takes lineup promotion in stride

He is back in the second spot in the lineup after a slump that took him all the way to Triple-A Salt Lake.

Angels miss Jeff Mathis' defense

Angels miss Jeff Mathis' defense

They had a better record and a better team ERA before the savvy catcher broke a bone in his wrist. But the cast has been removed and he expects to return in June.

Angels' GM Tony Reagins says roster doesn't need an overhaul

Angels' GM Tony Reagins says roster doesn't need an overhaul

The Angels have struggled on offense and defense this season, but Reagins says the team just needs for the players to perform at a higher level.

Angels' Joe Saunders' zero-sum game beats A's, 4-0

Angels' Joe Saunders' zero-sum game beats A's, 4-0

With the help of the Angels' juggled lineup, Saunders' 109-pitch, four-hit shutout outshines a complete game by Oakland's Dallas Braden.

Pitching coach is part counselor, part mentor, part best friend

Pitching coach is part counselor, part mentor, part best friend

Two of the most successful — Rick Honeycutt of the Dodgers and Mike Butcher of the Angels — have seen their staffs struggle this season. But they keep looking for solutions to individual problems.

He's got a really bad feeling about these Angels

T.J. Simers: He's got a really bad feeling about these Angels

Who is worth the price of admission these days dressed in an Angels' uniform? The columnist has trouble answering that question.

Passed balls cost Angels in 4-3 loss to Rays

Passed balls cost Angels in 4-3 loss to Rays

Angels catcher Ryan Budde lets two balls get past him, leading to two runs for Tampa Bay.

Mike Scioscia and struggling Scott Kazmir talk things over

Mike Scioscia and struggling Scott Kazmir talk things over

The Angels manager and pitching coach Mike Butcher try to get left-hander on track.

Brian Fuentes' performance raises issue of closer switch

Brian Fuentes' performance raises issue of closer switch

Many Angels fans would like to see Fernando Rodney take over the closer job. Manager Mike Scioscia says there are many factors to consider, including Fuentes' confidence level.

Angels, in a weak spot, lose to Tampa Bay, 7-2

Angels, in a weak spot, lose to Tampa Bay, 7-2

The Rays expose just about every weakness the Angels have, as they struggle offensively and starter Scott Kazmir gives up three runs and seven hits.

Angels beat Rays, 5-4, in 11 innings

Angels beat Rays, 5-4, in 11 innings

Brian Fuentes blows the save by giving up three runs in the ninth, but Juan Rivera's sacrifice fly in the 11th wins it.

Angels pitchers can't stay in the zone in 8-1 loss to Seattle

Angels pitchers can't stay in the zone in 8-1 loss to Seattle

Control problems for Ervin Santana and reliever Brian Stokes open the door for the normally weak-hitting Mariners, who take advantage of seven walks and 12 hits to end their losing streak at eight games.

Scott Kazmir gets ready to face his former team

Scott Kazmir gets ready to face his former team

He catches up with ex-teammates on Tampa Bay but says 'now it's time to get down to business.' He is struggling with his slider this season.

Seattle's Chone Figgins seeks advice from his old hitting coach

Seattle's Chone Figgins seeks advice from his old hitting coach

Figgins, who is hitting just .185 in 31 games with the Mariners, turns to Angels' Mickey Hatcher. The coach says he urged Figgins to practice hitting off a tee.

Angels' Joe Saunders is taking 'baby steps'

Angels' Joe Saunders is taking 'baby steps'

Left-hander is going through a rough time that he attributes mostly to his head, but he goes 5 2/3 innings in a 4-3, 10-inning victory over Seattle. Hideki Matsui drives in the winning run.

Angels put Maicer Izturis on DL

Angels put Maicer Izturis on DL

Shortstop has shoulder inflammation and will be examined by team doctor Monday.

Angels' Jered Weaver throws a gem against Mariners

Angels' Jered Weaver throws a gem against Mariners

Right-hander loses his no-hitter in the seventh inning, but he gets plenty of offensive help as the Angels end a seven-game losing streak, 8-0.

No panic by Angels, but it's time for a meeting

No panic by Angels, but it's time for a meeting

Pitcher Joe Saunders says the team has to stop pressing.

Demoralized Angels lose seventh in a row, 11-6, to Boston

Demoralized Angels lose seventh in a row, 11-6, to Boston

They score four runs in the first but see lead vanish by the fifth. After the game, Manager Mike Scioscia implores the team to play aggressively, not tentatively, and to let go of the past.

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