Snell on the DL. Maybe the Angels can trade Jose Suarez and a 1 year supply of lip gloss to the Giants for 4 inch spikes to but on Adell's shoes, so he can touch 2nd base quicker.
Right now, Schanuel looks a little better. He is better chasing down a pop fly over his head and has better instincts, running in to field a ground ball before it goes foul. Also, Schanuel should improve faster under Washington's tutelage because Sano has to take defensive reps at both 1B and 3B.
I agree, but players that slide feet 1st usually bend 1 leg for a pop-up slide, so if it is an errant throw, they get up quick to take an extra base. Most players slide head 1st, so you can maneuver your hand to avoid a tag.