HaloBronco

I voted yes on bringing back Cobb, they need to resign Raisel Iglesias, We need a SS and a backup Catcher and a couple of dependable set up arms in the pen. 

If they can do that this off season and avoid major injuries they should contend. 

On 9/10/2021 at 3:37 PM, fan_since79 said:

Without Trout it's just not the same.

Gee, I hope he comes back next year...

Yep, with you on that.

Let's just hope there is a full season next year (with the expiring CBA)......

Dean Chance

Nolan Ryan

Frank Tanana

Clyde Wright

Chuck Finley

In general I’m overly optimistic about my teams. So as usual I was in denial until about two weeks after the AllStar break. Then reality hit me. But being optimistic just accepted the situation for what it was and continued to follow to see what Ohtani and the young kids will do the rest of the way. Being the gullible sports idiot that I am, I’m hopeful about next year (as long as there is a season with the expiring CBA). Fingers crossed we’ll have a season next year. 

1 hour ago, Inside Pitch said:

People take defense for granted.  That play by Marsh looked effortless and yet, because of how deep Trout usually plays I doubt he reaches that ball -- balls in on the OF are where he tends to "struggle" defensively.  I know it's heresy to say this in the eyes of many but the best OF alignment next year (IMO), really would be Trout/Marsh/Adell, from left to right.   It may ever help keep Trout on the field more.

Tommy Pham ...  just did his best Angels defense impersonation..   A plus..  Oscar worthy performance.

Completely agree, would love to see next year OF be from left to right, Trout/Marsh/Adell. 

It's definitely been a rough year but as a lifelong Halos fan I can say, I've had worse years, for sure.

For me, what's more hopeful this year as opposed to other bad years are the young players that are actually getting a chance to play (The pitchers, Adel and Marsh).

In my mind, if Trout, Rendon come back healthy and we resign Iglesias then add a couple of pieces we're good.  

44 minutes ago, ScottT said:

It's time for an electronic strike zone.

I do agree that Ohtani could hit some of those pitches, though. He was earlier in the season.  Hitting is difficult 

Couldn’t agree more. 
I’ve been screaming for it all year. 
 

Imagine having a consistent strike zone, what a concept!

It's unfortunate that' Trout's body is already breaking down, each year he seems to be out for longer periods of time than the previous year for what seems like the last 3 years. Hopefully he'll be healthy enough by the start of spring training (Fingers crossed). 

But who knows when Spring training is going to start with the expiring CBA the delay will probably work in our favor.    

Yeah at this point I'd like to see the Angels hang onto both of them, fingers crossed. 

Adel has improved a lot from last year and I like the emotion he plays with too.  

On 8/29/2021 at 9:04 PM, Lou said:

I'm just relieved that they both survived the hardship trauma of being minor leaguers to make it to the major leagues.  It truly is inspirational.

That's funny, LOL!

Good one. 

4 hours ago, Angels 1961 said:

Have inside information (usher in section 247) Mike Trout will not be playing anymore this season.

Thanks for the intel, this proves what we all suspected...... 

1 hour ago, cals said:

I honestly forgot we had Rendon until I read your post.

That is funny but sad at the same time-LOL!

That comment tells the story of the type of year its been . 

Never if our best players are constantly on the Disable List.

Seriously Moreno should hire a professional training staff because the ones they have can't be very good with all the injuries this organization has had the last few years. 

33 minutes ago, zenmaster said:

They should do exploratory surgery now and get it over with. I have a feeling he will "feel something" in ST next year.

Maybe he would prefer not to have to rehab during his offseason (LOL)!

I would imagine 400 million creates a comfortable life, it would be hard to stay hungry and driven.........

With our luck, I'm wondering if Trout and Rendon will be able to start next season........LOL!

Well if there is a season (with the expiring CBA). 

36 minutes ago, jsnpritchett said:

Maybe they're dumping Bundy or Guerra to create a spot.

One can only hope that's the case. 

56 minutes ago, Duren, Duren said:

Ohtanii really isn't a leadoff man. 150 + ks, easier to pitch to in the first with no one ever on base. His stealing percentage is not that good even with his speed. He is a run producer, more disciplined with men on base. 

Fletcher is good at one or two. Preferably two where his bat control can facilitate a hit and run style approach. Not sure about Marsh leading off yet. Possibly, but he's still early on a learning curve. Fletcher lead off by default if Marsh isn't ready. 

I'd have Trout third, as he is still the best combination of OPS and production when healthy followed by Ohtani cleanup. And Rendon, who is a versatile hitter when healthy and in sync. Then Walsh, who has lost his power stroke. To be determined who he really is until the season is over.  Adell, Stasi or Stasi ,Adell depending on who is hotter at any given time   and whoever (Iglesias again?) is at short at the bottom. 

Of course the lineups against left/right and other game to game variables, allows different mixes. 

I'll buy that. I like the logic. 

1 hour ago, Pheenom07 said:

I’m ready for Marsh to lead-off.  Has a .320. OBP with the ability to steal and be a menace on the base paths.  Keep Fletcher hitting 2nd and move Ohtani to 3rd.  
 

2022 line-up

Marsh

Fletcher

Ohtani

Trout

Walsh

Rendon

Upton/Adell

Stassi

FA SS 

Are we sure Rendon and Trout will be healthy enough to play next year.............

Reminds me of Fred Lynn that guy was always hurt

19 minutes ago, Angel Oracle said:

Rotation: Ohtani, Sandoval, DeSclafani, Cobb, Detmers, and Barria

Pen: Iglesias, FA setup man, Warren, CRod, Suarez, Wantz, Marte, and Tyler

Remaining money for backup catcher and trade for Miguel Rojas

This seem realistic, I like it. 

CRod seems to me like he belongs in the pen (I wonder if he can stay healthy but isn't that the case with this whole team). 

Actually have to agree he hasn't been that bad out of the pen. However he has proven he's a disaster as a starter.

Unfortunately this season isn’t going to be a winning year for us butI am more optimistic than I have been in a long time because of the young players we have. 
 

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Someone who fits in well.

so he will need to cost a lot and be on the disabled list a lot.  

Yep, really like his laid style (as someone mentioned earlier in the thread, good story teller). Definitely the best of the 3 we’ve had this season. 

1 hour ago, Chuckster70 said:

Way to go team. Back to .500 for the 20th time. Crazy! 

We have to extend Raisel Iglesias before he reaches FA. 

Absolutely, need to get Raisel Iglesias extended.