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   Around the Majors 04/03

   April 3, 2014 by Lhalo

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   The Mets are about to join the Angels with an 0-3 record.

   

   Last reply by Homebrewer, April 3, 2014

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   Okay Now I'm Ready

   April 3, 2014 by nando714

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   To move on from the worse possible opening series this team could have went through & fan base. Astros were a thorn in our a$$ last season so hopefully we can exercise some early demons? I'm still scared of Chris Carter he absolutely owns the angels. Here's to putting on the positive pants. It either gets worse or a little better. At worse we have to at least split this 4 game set. 1-18 with RISP that just has to get better...right? I have some liquor in the house in case $hit hits the fan this weekend lol...

   

   Last reply by Brent Maguire, April 3, 2014

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   Angels Official Website: Angels embracing data, metrics to position defense

   April 3, 2014 by AngelsWin.com

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   In many ways, defense was the Angels' biggest issue last year, an area that saw the Angels inexplicably go from one of the best to one of the worst in six baseball months. Now the Angels and general manager Jerry Dipoto are using an analytical team to decipher data and help better position the club defensively. View the full article

   

   Last reply by AngelsWin.com, April 3, 2014
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   Baseball Trivia for the day off 1 2

   April 3, 2014 by fan_since79

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   A little test I put together: 1. Which two of the following players did NOT hit four home runs in a single game? Lou Gehrig, Babe Ruth, Jimmie Foxx, Gil Hodges, Willie Mays, Mike Schmidt, Josh Hamilton 2. Which three of these pitchers tossed no-hitters in both the AL and the NL? Gaylord Perry, Jim Bunning, Roy Halladay, Randy Johnson, Pedro Martinez, Roger Clemens, Hideo Nomo 3. There are five members of the Hall of Fame who at one time were Angels' broadcasters. Name three of them. 4. True or False: Babe Ruth struck out four times in a game at least once. 5. True or False: Ted Williams struck out three times in a game on only s…

   

   Last reply by Tank, April 3, 2014
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   Rob Goldman Signing

   April 3, 2014 by Diaz15

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   I met Rob Goldman at the Angels Win Fanfest in Arizona, but I didn't pick up his new book, Nolan Ryan: The Making of a Pitcher. It looks like I'll be able to change that this weekend. He's doing a signing this weekend at the Barnes & Noble in Orange. I'm not sure if any of you live in the area, but I figured I'd let everyone know. According to the website, the event is on Saturday April, 5 at 1pm. I also called the store to see if they'll have his other book, Once They Were Angels, and they will. I've read that book and it's a fantastic read. Here's a link with more information http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/event/4681943

   

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   Los Angeles Angels vs Seattle Mariners Postgame Thread 4/2/14 1 2 3

   April 3, 2014 by Chuck

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   Dipoto, Scioscia or Arte need to turn tables, knock chairs over and bust some ass in the clubhouse after this game. Inexcusable to have played the way they have the past three games. The focus the entire spring was to get off to a good start. This is anything but. If we're cursed, sacrifice a chicken or burn a picture of Tony Reagins. So far.... Salas has just a fastball and it's straight as an arrow. Jepsen sucks, Kohn is right behind. Call up Berg and Lyon, STAT. Send Salas back to the Cardinals for a box of Peter Bourjos trading cards. I'm officially ticked off at this team and their performances. I understand that the M's pitche…

   

   Last reply by fan_since79, April 3, 2014

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   Quote of the Day 1 2

   April 3, 2014 by fan_since79

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   Mike DiGiovanna in today's L.A. Times, in response to Hamilton: Josh Hamilton nearly scolded a reporter for asking if, in light of the Angels' brutal Aprils of 2012 and 2013, there was concern that a "here-we-go-again" mentality could creep into the clubhouse with another sluggish start. "We haven't thought about that, so stop thinking about it," the Angels left fielder said. "Talk to me in a like a week and a half. Guys are getting their feel, getting settled in, not only here but at home. We'll be good." Getting their feel? Getting settled in? If the Angels needed time to acclimate to the regular season, just what was that little six-week exercise in Arizona known …

   

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   Santiago 'shocked' he was pulled after 83 pitches 1 2

   April 3, 2014 by FabulousFabregas

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   Alden Gonzalez tweeted: Was Hector Santiago surprised to be taken out after 83 pitches? "Definitely. ... I don't wanna say upset, but I was definitely shocked." Scioscia said his upper back was starting to tighten up, but Santiago said it bothered him in the fifth and went away by the 6th. #Angels Note: If you want to move this to the postgame thread that's fine, but I wasn't sure if quotes from players should be separate, because otherwise I'm not sure what we can post threads on after a game.

   

   Last reply by Chuck, April 3, 2014

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    "Just another Halo... April..."

    April 3, 2014 by Deek

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    Getting swept at home - regardless of the time of year - is never a good sign... It's even worse when it comes at the hands of a divisional opponent... Worse yet, when the opponent should finish behind you in the standings... But the scariest thought - up next: Houston...

    

    Last reply by Hollyw00d, April 3, 2014

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    Mike Trout, When It's All Said and Done(Fangraphs article)

    April 3, 2014 by Brent Maguire

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    http://www.fangraphs.com/blogs/mike-trout-when-its-all-said-and-done/ If you have the time to read this, you should check it out. Tony Blengino is very good and basically said that Trout isn't even close to hitting his power potential based on some of his underlying numbers.

    

    Last reply by AngelsAndRamsFan, April 3, 2014
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    Orange County Register: Pujols concerned with championships, not milestones

    April 3, 2014 by AngelsWin.com

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    ANAHEIM – Albert Pujols says he doesn’t care about milestones. He shrugs off the fact he hit his 526th double two days earlier that moved him into a tie for 37th on the all-time list with Derek Jeter and Ted Williams.He brushes off any... View the full article

    

    Last reply by Ludwig Von Mises, April 3, 2014

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    Love Starting With Seattle Pitching 1 2

    March 25, 2014 by LAAMike

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    Wish the opening series was longer. After Felix, their pitching staff is very thin. Releasing Scott Baker makes Randy Wolf their #4 starter with a 5.65 ERA in 26 games started in 2012. James Paxton has 4 games started in 2013 with a 3.18 ERA this spring. Erasmo Ramirez with a 0.96 Spring ERA has only 21 MLB starts. Roenis Elias at 2.04 ERA this spring has no MLB starts and pitched in AA last year. At least their arms beyond Felix and Wolf are young but this seems to be a lot of pressure on some very unproven and in Wolf's case suspect arms.

    

    Last reply by Hollyw00d, April 3, 2014

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    At this current rate...

    April 3, 2014 by m0nkey

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    The Angels are on pace to go 0-162. Yikes

    

    Last reply by Fontana Halo, April 3, 2014
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    Chad Curtis

    April 3, 2014 by Brandon

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    Couldnt find the thread where we all kind of followed his case. Here is a new article comparing how bad of a teammate he was to his trial. http://deadspin.com/how-chad-curtis-went-from-clubhouse-cancer-to-convicted-1557504246?utm_campaign=socialflow_deadspin_facebook&utm_source=deadspin_facebook&utm_medium=socialflow Just weird seeing a guy we all used to root for become such a pos.

    

    Last reply by Brandon, April 3, 2014
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    Sample Size Alert

    April 3, 2014 by YouthofToday

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    We are trailing the Astros by 2.5 games...

    

    Last reply by Eric, April 3, 2014
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    Buttercup? 1 2

    April 2, 2014 by Capital_Dave

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    So for those of us unable to make games early this season, I'm dying to know. Is Buttercup still being played? And if not, what took its place? It didn't look good for Buttercup at Fanfest... sounded like the Powers That Be were getting the message!

    

    Last reply by TooCool, April 3, 2014

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    Spousal Support for the Angels

    April 2, 2014 by LAAMike

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    When I told my wife that tonight I would be attending the third Angel game of this young season, she accused me of being obsessed with the Angels. I asked whether she preferred that I be obsessed with the Angels or obsessed with sex and her instant reply was "Go Angels"!

    

    Last reply by LAAMike, April 3, 2014

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    LA Times: Seattle Mariners 8, Angels 2

    April 3, 2014 by AngelsWin.com

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    Seattle's James Paxton keeps Angels scoreless through seven innings as Angels' pitching surrenders more home runs. KEY MOMENT: The Angels put the first two runners on base in the first inning when Kole Calhoun doubled to right field and Mike Trout walked. But Albert Pujols grounded into a double play and David Freese lined out to center field, killing the rally and setting the tone for a frustrating evening. The Angels scored twice in the ninth on Trout's run-scoring triple and Freese's sacrifice fly. View the full article

    

    Last reply by AngelsWin.com, April 3, 2014
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    Orange County Register: Angels hit hard again as Mariners complete sweep

    April 3, 2014 by AngelsWin.com

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    ANAHEIM – It has been just 27 innings, or three games, not even 2 percent of MLB’s marathon six-month season that tests will, focus and luck, in addition to talent.But the Angels have not looked good at all so far.They lost another rout to the... View the full article

    

    Last reply by AngelsWin.com, April 3, 2014
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    LA Times: Angels fall, 8-2, are swept by Mariners

    April 3, 2014 by AngelsWin.com

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    Seattle has 13 hits, including three home runs, and cruises in final game of three-game set. It's the first time since 1992 that the Angels are swept to open a season. Josh Hamilton nearly scolded a reporter for asking if, in light of the Angels' brutal Aprils of 2012 and 2013, there was concern that a "here-we-go-again" mentality could creep into the clubhouse with another sluggish start. View the full article

    

    Last reply by AngelsWin.com, April 3, 2014
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    Orange County Register: Simers: Angels make it hard to be charitable

    April 3, 2014 by AngelsWin.com

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    ANAHEIM – Unlike many of you, I believe the Angels will win a game this season.That’s why I was at the stadium Wednesday; I didn’t want to miss it if this was going to be the night.Now I had hoped this would be an awesome year for the Angels... View the full article

    

    Last reply by AngelsWin.com, April 3, 2014
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    Gameday Scorecard: Angels vs Mariners, April 2, 2014

    April 3, 2014 by AngelsWin.com

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    The Angels managed only two hits off Mariners starter James Paxton, who dominated the game for seven innings, striking out nine and retiring the last 11 batters he faced. Meanwhile, Angels pitchers allowed eight runs on 13 hits for a combined three game series ERA of 9.64 and a .309 opposing batting average. Click here to download the scorecard. If your new to scoring baseball or just need help interpreting some of the markup, download the key here. View the full article

    

    Last reply by AngelsWin.com, April 3, 2014
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    Day Off Tomorrow

    April 3, 2014 by nando714

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    Will anyone be sacrificed After what's gone on the last few April's I think some kind of action is needed. If not then the organization culture has changed. They're saying it's ok to lose imo. It's the way they've been losing is the worst part.

    

    Last reply by WallyWorld, April 3, 2014

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    Orange County Register: At bat, Hamilton's 2014 starts better than his 2013

    April 3, 2014 by AngelsWin.com

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    ANAHEIM – The first series of 2014 went well for Angels left fielder Josh Hamilton, if not so much for his team.Hamilton reached base five times in his first eight plate appearances. It took him 26 trips to do the same in 2013.“I feel OK,�... View the full article

    

    Last reply by AngelsWin.com, April 3, 2014
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    Mike Trout Lead off hitter

    April 3, 2014 by Barrett

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    I know its been probably said around here but hear me out. Trout came up two years ago and set the world on fire. Batted lead off and sparked the Angels to barely just missing the playoffs with his speed on the base paths, hitting home runs, driving in runs, but causing chaos for the opposing pitchers and catchers. Then year two bats around 1-3 but mostly 2nd and some 3rd in the line up he does tons of damage at the plate but doesn't do nearly as much damage on the base paths because he has Pujols/Hamilton/Trumbo hitting behind him so he doesn't get the green light as much. To me Trout reminds me of Ricky Henderson, a true lead off guy with awesome power, awesome speed an…

    

    Last reply by Guest, April 3, 2014
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    Weak Sauce

    April 3, 2014 by The Ghost of Bob Starr

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    Chuck you start a thread, blow off some steam and now it's gone? What happened here? On another note, is it too late for Circle K to sponsor our offense?

    

    Last reply by Chuck, April 3, 2014

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    Gameday Thread: 4/2/14 M's @ Angels 1 2 3

    April 2, 2014 by AngelsAndRamsFan

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    @Alden_Gonzalez: #Angels lineup (vs LH): Calhoun RF, Trout CF, Pujols 1B, Freese 3B, Hamilton LF, Kendrick 2B, Ibanez DH, Iannetta C, Aybar SS; Santiago SP

    

    Last reply by Angel Dog and Beer, April 3, 2014

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    Angels Official Website: De La Rosa, Burnett throw in simulated game

    April 3, 2014 by AngelsWin.com

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    Relievers Dane De La Rosa and Sean Burnett took important steps in their rehab programs Wednesday afternoon, participating in simulated action at Angel Stadium. View the full article

    

    Last reply by jshep, April 3, 2014
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    The way I'm choosing to look at things 1 2

    April 2, 2014 by WallyWorld

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    if you had any hope going into the season that this year would be better than last year, then you can't get too discouraged after 2 games. To say that last night was just game 164 - and I do sympathize that line of thinking - is to have zero hope for 2014. It may well be the case, but it's too depressing to think of this already as another wasted season. Maybe it's putting blinders on somewhat, but for at least the next few weeks, I'm going to hold out hope that this year can still be different.

    

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    No hitter alert

    April 2, 2014 by gotbeer

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    Braves vs Brewers. 7th inning. Both pitchers throwing no no's. jinx.

    

    Last reply by Vegas Halo Fan, April 3, 2014