46-38 1.5 back

[TroutField]

Same record as the cubbies! Woohoo! Thank god we aren't in the NL Central

[tomsred]

How did they get in three more games than us.  Do they think if you finish your schedule first you win?

[Angel Oracle]

I hope Street isn't out for too long.

Another trade of Rondons forthcoming, if he is?

[TroutField]

No way we trade for pitching. Even the bullpen depth is great, I'm sure smith could step in as closer but I really don't see street being out too long. If necessary shut him down for the m's series and let him rest during the break. He walked off the field a little gingerly but I think if it was severe he would have needed help. Never hurt a groin before though so what do I know

[Mark68]

How did they get in three more games than us. Do they think if you finish your schedule first you win?

Texas math.

[Guest]

Winning the division won't be a problem if the pitching remains dominant. The offense is great, but it's coming down to earth as expected. Not a problem, though–pitching wins games, and the bullpen is key.

 

I'd be more comfortable if the team had one more dependable hitter, preferably a leadoff hitter with a high OBP. 

[wopphil]

This has been an exciting seven days to be an Angels fan, for sure.

[HeavenlyHalos]

Winning the division won't be a problem if the pitching remains dominant. The offense is great, but it's coming down to earth as expected. Not a problem, though–pitching wins games, and the bullpen is key.

 

I'd be more comfortable if the team had one more dependable hitter, preferably a leadoff hitter with a high OBP. 

 

The offense has been great in this recent streak, but they are still 11th in the AL in Runs, 10th in AVG, 11th in OPS. On a positive note, we are 5th in home runs and Iannetta and Cron have shown signs of life, not to mention Aybar seems to be working out in the 5th spot. Joyce had a decent May but was again terrible in June. We really need to trade for a LF.

[Inside Pitch]

must....  undo...... the....  jinx..... thread......

[tdawg87]

I hope Street isn't out for too long.

Another trade of Rondons forthcoming, if he is?

 

Unless they anticipate him being out for longer than a 15 day DL trip, then I would say no. Smith was excellent in the closer role before they got Street so I think he can handle it. Gott looks like he can take on the 8th inning role for now.

[Redondo]

This has been an exciting seven days to be an Angels fan, for sure.

 

+1 Fun to see Angels bats come out of their slumber. Keep it going guys

[tdawg87]

Tied for the 6th best record in baseball. 3rd best record in the AL. And that's with a mediocre offense.

 

The season is still over though.

Edited July 9, 2015 by tdawg87

[laagamer]

Hell ya.

We'll be 6 back by Sunday next week.

[Angel Oracle]

So many teams have a post-season chance in 2015. Truly, no one is totally out of it in the AL, unlike the Phillies in the NL.

[ten ocho recon scout]

So many teams have a post-season chance in 2015. Truly, no one is totally out of it in the AL, unlike the Phillies in the NL.

meh, phills will be right back in it when amaro makes that bryce harper for chase utley deal hes been working on

[ELEVEN]

Less Street means more Salas. Ugh.

[Mark68]

I think it's pretty safe to say that the Marlins, Brewers, & Rockies won't be making any postseason plans that don't involve golf courses, either.

[Pujols4MVP]

The Lastro's should have never had the division to begin with. On paper they should have been as bad as the Phillies for the next 20 years.

To lose any game to the Lastro's is embarrassing.

 

On Paper the Mariners should be 1000% better than the Astros, the Angels should be 2000% better.

Edited July 9, 2015 by MikeScioscia4MVP

[Angel Oracle]

Rasmus appeared in 5 games (8 innings) for SLC from 6/19 through 6/30, but hasn't appeared in any games since. What is going on?

Edited July 9, 2015 by Angel Oracle

[Inside Pitch]

Less Street means more Salas. Ugh.

 

I think I went permanently limp....