http://www.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb/news/index.jsp?c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Los Angeles Angels News http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080511&content_id=2680572&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Sun, 11 May 2008 16:34:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080511&content_id=2680572&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Bats show some life in loss to Rays Ervin Santana was touched early for three runs, but the Halos' hitters finally came to life to battle back and make a seesaw game of it before finally falling to the Rays, 8-5. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080511&content_id=2680694&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Sun, 11 May 2008 13:47:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080511&content_id=2680694&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Lackey, Moseley in line to return After dropping this weekend's series against the Rays in St. Petersburg, the Angels will return to Anaheim looking for a pick-me-up. Enter ace John Lackey, who is slated to be activated from the 15-day disabled list on Wednesday vs. the White Sox. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080510&content_id=2676414&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Sat, 10 May 2008 23:39:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080510&content_id=2676414&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Saunders sharp, but bats stymied For the second straight night, the Angels' offense was shut out, as the club dropped its third straight game and second in a row to the Tampa Bay Rays, 2-0, on Saturday night in St. Petersburg. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080511&content_id=2679706&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Sun, 11 May 2008 01:09:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080511&content_id=2679706&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Santana leaving last year behind Ervin Santana struggled in 2007, going 7-14 with a 5.76 ERA, but those troubled times are forgotten now, as the Angels starter carries a 6-0 record into Sunday afternoon's game vs. Tampa Bay. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080510&content_id=2677516&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Sat, 10 May 2008 20:37:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080510&content_id=2677516&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Percival perfectly content with Rays Troy Percival doesn't need to be reminded of how lucky he is, how inspiring a pitcher he has become. The 38-year-old hurler already knows. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080510&content_id=2676659&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Sun, 11 May 2008 00:03:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080510&content_id=2676659&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Figgins placed on disabled list The Angels reluctantly placed Chone Figgins on the 15-day disabled list following Saturday night's game against the Rays. As a corresponding roster move, the club recalled Kendry Morales from Triple-A Salt Lake. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080509&content_id=2669471&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Sat, 10 May 2008 00:02:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080509&content_id=2669471&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Garland's goose eggs go for naught The first meeting of the season between the Angels and the Rays was a good old-fashioned pitching duel. Unfortunately for the Angels, Rays starter James Shields lasted just a little bit longer. The right-hander tossed nine innings of one-hit ball in Tampa Bay's 2-0 win, marking the first time the Angels were held to one hit since Sept. 13, 2006, vs. Chicago. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080509&content_id=2669501&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Sat, 10 May 2008 01:44:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080509&content_id=2669501&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana For some Halos, series with Rays is a homestand Although the three games the Angels will play at Tropicana Field this weekend are technically away games, the series is a homecoming of sorts for the plethora of Angels who have Sunshine State ties, including Casey Kotchman, Sean Rodriguez and Darren O'Day. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080509&content_id=2669505&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Fri, 09 May 2008 21:05:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080509&content_id=2669505&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Rested Kotchman returns to Angels' lineup Despite reassurances that Casey Kotchman was "fine" and that manager Mike Scioscia wanted to "play it safe" on Wednesday, it was still a relief for a squad plagued by injuries to see its regular first baseman back in the lineup following Thursday's off-day. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080509&content_id=2670141&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Sat, 10 May 2008 00:15:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080509&content_id=2670141&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Aybar exits after being hit by pitch Erick Aybar was hit by a pitch in the top of the fourth inning of Friday's game against the Rays and immediately exited. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article_entertainment.jsp?ymd=20080509&content_id=2669508&vkey=entertainment&fext=.jsp&partnered=rss_ana Fri, 09 May 2008 19:14:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article_entertainment.jsp?ymd=20080509&content_id=2669508&vkey=entertainment&fext=.jsp&partnered=rss_ana 'Idol' finalist sings before Angels-Rays Given a few days off from the rigors of competition, "American Idol" finalist returned to her hometown, where she sang the national anthem before Friday night's game between the Angels and Rays. Brittany Ghiroli http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080508&content_id=2663011&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Thu, 08 May 2008 14:27:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080508&content_id=2663011&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Athletic Mathis 'receiving' praise The Angels are 13-5 this season when catcher Jeff Mathis starts. His offense has tailed off lately, but his play behind the plate, in particular his lightning-quick putouts, has affected opposing baserunners, even shocking them. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080507&content_id=2660566&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Thu, 08 May 2008 00:45:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080507&content_id=2660566&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Royals prove rude hosts to Halos The Royals jumped on Jered Weaver early and often on Wednesday night, pounding out a 9-4 victory at Kauffman Stadium to salvage the finale of a three-game series with the Angels. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080508&content_id=2661479&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Thu, 08 May 2008 00:20:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080508&content_id=2661479&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Old friends Scioscia, Maddon match moves Mike Scioscia will lead the Angels against the Rays, who are led by his friend and former coach, Joe Maddon, when the clubs meet Friday at 4:10 PT. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080507&content_id=2658297&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Wed, 07 May 2008 20:15:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080507&content_id=2658297&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Hot-hitting Kendrick not quite ready Howie Kendrick, who went 5-for-6 in his first two rehab games, continues to feel twinges in his left hamstring. He'll likely join the Angels next week. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080507&content_id=2659060&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Wed, 07 May 2008 20:55:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080507&content_id=2659060&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Scioscia gives Kotchman a rest Casey Kotchman insisted it was "nothing, really. I could have played." Playing it safe, Mike Scioscia rested his first baseman, giving Robb Quinlan a start on Wednesday against KC's Zack Greinke. Garret Anderson returned to the cleanup spot. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080507&content_id=2659415&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Wed, 07 May 2008 21:30:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080507&content_id=2659415&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Shields' season off to sensational start Scot Shields was so efficient on Tuesday night -- six pitches, three outs -- he didn't even use a curveball that is behaving as well for him as it ever has in his seven Major League seasons. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080506&content_id=2652877&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Wed, 07 May 2008 01:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/gameday_recap.jsp?ymd=20080506&content_id=2652877&vkey=recap&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Anderson awakens, leads Angels to win Garret Anderson, who'd homered in his final at-bat on Monday, carried the momentum into a big effort on Tuesday night, driving in all five runs with a home run and two singles in the Angels' 5-3 victory over the Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080507&content_id=2654572&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Wed, 07 May 2008 00:55:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080507&content_id=2654572&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Angels' defense never rests The top two defensive teams in the American League will meet when the Angels face the Royals at Kauffman Stadium on Wednesday at 5:10 p.m. PT. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080506&content_id=2650833&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Tue, 06 May 2008 19:55:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080506&content_id=2650833&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnered=rss_ana Wood rewarded with start at third base A night after his second career home run, Brandon Wood was in the Angels' starting lineup at third base for their game against the Royals on Tuesday. Lyle Spencer