<?xml version="1.0" encoding="iso-8859-1"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>angelsinsider News</title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com</link><description>Los Angeles Angels Fans Website</description><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-02-07.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:31:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-02-07.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:31:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Albert Pujols told ESPNDeportes.com that he will report early to his first spring training camp with the Angels. Pujols was visiting the Angels' baseball academy in the Dominican Republic when he was interviewed. Angels pitchers and catchers are sche]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-02-07.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:31:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[From the outside, the Angels are perceived by some to have a surplus of dynamic, young center fielders.Peter Bourjos has already made his first mark at the major league level, providing Gold Glove-level defense since his promotion to the big leagues in Au]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-02-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-02-06.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:20:33 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-02-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-02-06.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:20:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Albert Pujols told ESPNDeportes.com that he will report early to his first spring training camp with the Angels. Pujols was visiting the Angels' baseball academy in the Dominican Republic when he was interviewed. Angels pitchers and catchers are sche]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-02-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-02-06.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:20:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[From the outside, the Angels are perceived by some to have a surplus of dynamic, young center fielders.Peter Bourjos has already made his first mark at the major league level, providing Gold Glove-level defense since his promotion to the big leagues in Au]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-02-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-02-04.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2012 08:50:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-02-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-02-04.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2012 08:50:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Albert Pujols told ESPNDeportes.com that he will report early to his first spring training camp with the Angels. Pujols was visiting the Angels' baseball academy in the Dominican Republic when he was interviewed. Angels pitchers and catchers are sche]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-02-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-02-04.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2012 08:50:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[From the outside, the Angels are perceived by some to have a surplus of dynamic, young center fielders.Peter Bourjos has already made his first mark at the major league level, providing Gold Glove-level defense since his promotion to the big leagues in Au]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutingBaseball Live Chat: 2/2 2012-02-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scoutingbaseball-live-chat-2/2-2012-02-04.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2012 01:33:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-02-03.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:41:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-02-03.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:41:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Albert Pujols will be an early arrival at spring training.The $240 million man told ESPNDeportes that he plans to arrive in Tempe, Ariz., a week ahead of the reporting date for position players."I believe it's important (to arrive early), not just be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-02-03.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:41:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels' stance on Kendrys Morales' comeback attempt this winter has remained solidly grounded in "cautious optimism." And there continue to be signs that their optimism could finally be rewarded.Morales has not played since fracturing his left ankle o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morales making progress with ankle]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/morales-making-progress-with-ankle.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:38:41 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals' health challenges a concern]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/cardinals-health-challenges-a-concern.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:20:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Key defections plus health concerns leave champs fragile.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-02-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-02-02.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:43:02 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-02-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-02-02.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:42:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Angels are still in the market to add depth to their bullpen and reportedly have made an offer to veteran RHP Luis Ayala. Ayala, 34, signed a minor league deal with the Yankees a year ago but became an important piece of their 2011 bullpen, going 2-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-02-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-02-02.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:42:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels' stance on Kendrys Morales' comeback attempt this winter has remained solidly grounded in "cautious optimism." And there continue to be signs that their optimism could finally be rewarded.Morales has not played since fracturing his left ankle o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutingBaseball Live Chat: 2/2]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scoutingbaseball-live-chat-2/2.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:35:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 10 position battles to watch in spring]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/top-10-position-battles-to-watch-in-spring.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:18:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hanley vs. third is one of top position battles.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hamels deserves big money from Phillies]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/hamels-deserves-big-money-from-phillies.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:56:51 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Phillies shelled out plenty on big contracts. Now it's Hamels'turn.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-01-31.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:29:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-01-31.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:29:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Angels are still in the market to add depth to their bullpen and reportedly have made an offer to veteran RHP Luis Ayala. Ayala, 34, signed a minor league deal with the Yankees a year ago but became an important piece of their 2011 bullpen, going 2-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-01-31.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:29:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels' stance on Kendrys Morales' comeback attempt this winter has remained solidly grounded in "cautious optimism." And there continue to be signs that their optimism could finally be rewarded.Morales has not played since fracturing his left ankle o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers' formula may change without Fielder]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/brewers-formula-may-change-without-fielder.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:40:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Prince Fielder is gone for good. Ryan Braun wasn't around onSunday, either.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[What you should watch for in 2012 ]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/what-you-should-watch-for-in-2012.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jan 2012 17:06:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MLB's top 10 sizzling storylines for the 2012 season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-01-29.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jan 2012 03:55:58 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-01-29.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jan 2012 03:55:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Angels are still in the market to add depth to their bullpen and reportedly have made an offer to veteran RHP Luis Ayala. Ayala, 34, signed a minor league deal with the Yankees a year ago but became an important piece of their 2011 bullpen, going 2-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-01-29.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jan 2012 03:55:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels' stance on Kendrys Morales' comeback attempt this winter has remained solidly grounded in "cautious optimism." And there continue to be signs that their optimism could finally be rewarded.Morales has not played since fracturing his left ankle o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-01-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-01-28.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Jan 2012 05:41:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-01-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-01-28.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Jan 2012 05:41:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Angels are still in the market to add depth to their bullpen and reportedly have made an offer to veteran RHP Luis Ayala. Ayala, 34, signed a minor league deal with the Yankees a year ago but became an important piece of their 2011 bullpen, going 2-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-01-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-01-28.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Jan 2012 05:41:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels' stance on Kendrys Morales' comeback attempt this winter has remained solidly grounded in "cautious optimism." And there continue to be signs that their optimism could finally be rewarded.Morales has not played since fracturing his left ankle o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wilson gets special thrill from racing]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/wilson-gets-special-thrill-from-racing.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 23:58:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball is his job, but C.J. Wilson's true passion is motorsports.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-01-27.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 22:46:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-01-27.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 22:45:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Angels are still in the market to add depth to their bullpen and reportedly have made an offer to veteran RHP Luis Ayala. Ayala, 34, signed a minor league deal with the Yankees a year ago but became an important piece of their 2011 bullpen, going 2-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-01-27.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 22:45:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels' stance on Kendrys Morales' comeback attempt this winter has remained solidly grounded in "cautious optimism." And there continue to be signs that their optimism could finally be rewarded.Morales has not played since fracturing his left ankle o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL suddenly has six super teams]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/al-suddenly-has-six-super-teams.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 04:12:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The AL boasts the strongest contingent of teams in memory.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-01-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-01-26.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 20:00:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-01-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-01-26.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 20:00:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Angels announced their minor league coaching staffs for 2012 and the list includes two managers new to the Angels' organization who followed assistant general manager Scott Servais over from the Texas Rangers. Bill Haselman will manage the Angels' C]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-01-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-01-26.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 20:00:33 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols has been walked intentionally 251 times during his major league career, leading the National League in that category in four seasons, and more than 700 times unintentionally.Now that the Angels have signed Pujols to anchor their lineup, the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prince Fielder introduced by Tigers]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/prince-fielder-introduced-by-tigers.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:50:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Saying ''dreams come true,'' Prince Fielder was introducedThursday by the Detroit Tigers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fielder to start earning big bucks right away]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/fielder-to-start-earning-big-bucks-right-away.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:52:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Prince Fielder will start making the big bucks right away withthe Detroit Tigers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIELDER GETS PRINCELY SUM;THE FREE AGENT FIRST BASEMAN OFFICIALLY LEAVES THE BREWERS, AGREEING TO A]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/fielder-gets-princely-sum-the-free-agent-first-baseman-officially-leaves-the-brewers-agreeing-to-a.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:32:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Turns out, the Milwaukee Brewers came up some $100 millionshort in their efforts to retain Prince Fielder. The first baseman's long anticipated departure from the onlyfranchise he's ever played for became reality Tuesday when heagreed to a nine-year, $214]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2012-01-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2012-01-26.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:32:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AP source: Fielder and Tigers agree on 9-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/ap-source-fielder-and-tigers-agree-on-9-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 09:06:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Prince Fielder and Miguel Cabrera in the middle of thelineup, the Detroit Tigers look ready for a season of slugging atComerica Park.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-01-25.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 02:58:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-01-25.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 02:58:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Angels announced their minor league coaching staffs for 2012 and the list includes two managers new to the Angels' organization who followed assistant general manager Scott Servais over from the Texas Rangers. Bill Haselman will manage the Angels' C]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-01-25.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 02:58:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols has been walked intentionally 251 times during his major league career, leading the National League in that category in four seasons, and more than 700 times unintentionally.Now that the Angels have signed Pujols to anchor their lineup, the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tigers' Fielder deal sends shockwaves]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/tigers-fielder-deal-sends-shockwaves.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 01:51:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tigers' mammoth bounty for Prince a return to irrationaldealmaking.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lincecum, Giants agree to two-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/lincecum-giants-agree-to-two-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:10:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Tim Lincecum agreed to a two-year, $40.5 millioncontract with the Giants on Tuesday, bringing closure to anarbitration case that was a source of fascination around the game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Tigers, Prince reach 9-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/sources-tigers-prince-reach-9-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 20:12:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Prized free-agent first baseman shocks MLB with monster deal withTigers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Erstad out to show he's right coach for Nebraska]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/erstad-out-to-show-he-s-right-coach-for-nebraska.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 19:48:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[(Eds: Updates.) By ERIC OLSON AP Sports Writer New Nebraska coach Darin Erstad loves when people say he can't do something.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[If Nats want Fielder, now may be perfect]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/if-nats-want-fielder-now-may-be-perfect.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 06:59:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If Nats aim to net Fielder, there may not be a better time thannow.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swing and a miss | So far for Prince Fielder in free agency, it's been a. Market hasn't been kind]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/swing-and-a-miss-|-so-far-for-prince-fielder-in-free-agency-it-s-been-a-market-hasn-t-been-kind.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Jan 2012 17:23:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There are still some 80 unsigned players on major-leaguebaseball's free-agent market but one is quite conspicuous by hispresence on that list. With one month left before the opening of spring camps, PrinceFielder remains unemployed. That possibility seeme]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-01-21.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Jan 2012 04:03:02 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-01-21.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Jan 2012 04:02:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Angels announced their minor league coaching staffs for 2012 and the list includes two managers new to the Angels' organization who followed assistant general manager Scott Servais over from the Texas Rangers. Bill Haselman will manage the Angels' C]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-01-21.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Jan 2012 04:02:51 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols has been walked intentionally 251 times during his major league career, leading the National League in that category in four seasons, and more than 700 times unintentionally.Now that the Angels have signed Pujols to anchor their lineup, the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's season looks over before it starts]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/a-s-season-looks-over-before-it-starts.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:54:02 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hapless A's look like they've already given up on 2012.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-01-20.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:12:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-01-20.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:12:35 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Angels announced their minor-league coaching staffs for 2012 and the list includes two managers new to the Angels' organization who followed assistant general manager Scott Servais over from the Texas Rangers. Bill Haselman will manage the Angels' C]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-01-20.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:12:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols has been walked intentionally 251 times during his major-league career, leading the National League in that category in four seasons, and more than 700 times unintentionally.Now that the Angels have signed Pujols to anchor their lineup, the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-01-19]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-01-19.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 21:05:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-01-19]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-01-19.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 21:05:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Kendrys Morales has been cleared to begin full, weight-bearing running on a treadmill and increased baseball activities after a re-examination by the doctor who performed the second of two surgeries on his left ankle. Morales has not played since bre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-01-19]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-01-19.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 21:05:00 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels tied for the American League lead with 25 blown saves in 2011 including 10 by rookie closer Jordan Walden, who tied Cubs left-hander Carlos Marmol for the major league lead in that category.And yet, Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto has made ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Questions abound for defending champs]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/questions-abound-for-defending-champs.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:29:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Questions surrounding defending champs make for tasty offseason.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutingBaseball Live Chat: 1/19]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scoutingbaseball-live-chat-1/19.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:37:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yu Darvish shows Rangers' ambition]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/yu-darvish-shows-rangers-ambition.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:40:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Darvish in the fold, Rangers armed for repeat run.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-01-18.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:04:33 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-01-18.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:04:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Kendrys Morales has been cleared to begin full, weight-bearing running on a treadmill and increased baseball activities after a re-examination by the doctor who performed the second of two surgeries on his left ankle. Morales has not played since bre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-01-18.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:04:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels tied for the American League lead with 25 blown saves in 2011 including 10 by rookie closer Jordan Walden, who tied Cubs left-hander Carlos Marmol for the major league lead in that category.And yet, Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto has made ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joe Saunders stays with D-backs for $6 million]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/joe-saunders-stays-with-d-backs-for-6-million.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 03:52:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cut loose by Arizona last month, former All-Star pitcher JoeSaunders agreed to a $6 million, one-year contract with theDiamondbacks on Tuesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels re-sign SS Erick Aybar, avoid arbitration]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-re-sign-ss-erick-aybar-avoid-arbitration.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:02:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels have re-signed Erick Aybar for theupcoming season at $5,075,000, avoiding arbitration with the GoldGlove shortstop.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-01-17.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:19:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-01-17.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:19:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Kendrys Morales has been cleared to begin full, weight-bearing running on a treadmill and increased baseball activities after a re-examination by the doctor who performed the second of two surgeries on his left ankle. Morales has not played since bre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-01-17.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:19:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels tied for the American League lead with 25 blown saves in 2011 including 10 by rookie closer Jordan Walden, who tied Cubs left-hander Carlos Marmol for the major league lead in that category.And yet, Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto has made ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Players, teams start rush to settle in arbitration]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/players-teams-start-rush-to-settle-in-arbitration.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 04:58:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Players and teams started rushing to settle arbitration casesMonday, a day before the sides were to swap proposed salaries.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lohse most excited about Beltran pickup]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/lohse-most-excited-about-beltran-pickup.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 23:44:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No St. Louis Cardinals player can be happier to have CarlosBeltran on his side than pitcher Kyle Lohse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alberto Callaspo agrees to $3.15M deal with Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/alberto-callaspo-agrees-to-3-15m-deal-with-angels.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:14:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Third baseman Alberto Callaspo and the Los Angeles Angels haveagreed to a $3.15 million, one-year contract that avoidedarbitration.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AP source: Phillies agree to deal with Pineiro]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/ap-source-phillies-agree-to-deal-with-pineiro.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:48:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A person familiar with the deal tells The Associated Press thatthe Philadelphia Phillies and free-agent pitcher Joel Pineiro haveagreed to a minor league contract.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals confident they'll be just as competitive]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/cardinals-confident-they-ll-be-just-as-competitive.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Jan 2012 23:56:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols is long gone, and the St. Louis Cardinals seemjust fine about defending their World Series title without him.Their fans, too.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards' Carpenter eager to start spring training]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/cards-carpenter-eager-to-start-spring-training.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Jan 2012 22:32:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Carpenter's offseason has gone by so quickly, the St.Louis Cardinals ace still hasn't seen any tape from the WorldSeries victory over Texas. Not even his win in Game 7.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-01-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-01-14.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Jan 2012 06:50:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-01-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-01-14.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Jan 2012 06:50:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Kendrys Morales has been cleared to begin full, weight-bearing running on a treadmill and increased baseball activities after a re-examination by the doctor who performed the second of two surgeries on his left ankle. Morales has not played since bre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-01-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-01-14.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Jan 2012 06:49:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels tied for the American League lead with 25 blown saves in 2011 including 10 by rookie closer Jordan Walden, who tied Cubs left-hander Carlos Marmol for the major-league lead in that category.And yet, Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto has made ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rough offseason — so far — for Boras]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rough-offseason-—-so-far-—-for-boras.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 08:08:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Super-agent Boras needs Prince-ly payday to salvage roughoff-$eason.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Verlander trying to take new attention in stride]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/verlander-trying-to-take-new-attention-in-stride.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 23:40:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After becoming the first starting pitcher in a quarter-centuryto win the Most Valuable Player, Justin Verlander was ready for adifferent kind of offseason.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2012-01-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2012-01-12.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 23:40:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASTROS;Intriguing OF part of influx of new faces;]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/astros-intriguing-of-part-of-influx-of-new-faces.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 23:35:35 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Astros on Wednesday madeconsiderable changes to their staff, including in the dugout, whereformer Cardinals bench coach Joe Pettini is replacing Al Pedriqueas bench coach after Pedrique declined a reassignment to bullpencoach.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutingBaseball Live Chat: 1/12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scoutingbaseball-live-chat-1/12.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 02:37:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morales agrees with Angels, avoids arbitration]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/morales-agrees-with-angels-avoids-arbitration.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 19:28:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Injured first baseman Kendrys Morales and the Los Angeles Angelsagreed Wednesday to a one-year contract worth $2,975,000, avoidingsalary arbitration.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kendrick stays with Angels for loyalty, not Pujols]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/kendrick-stays-with-angels-for-loyalty-not-pujols.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 22:36:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Howie Kendrick didn't give up his first three years offree-agent eligibility just to play next to Albert Pujols in theLos Angeles Angels' infield.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels, Kendrick agree to $33.5M, 4-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-kendrick-agree-to-33-5m-4-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 01:52:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[All-Star second baseman Howie Kendrick agreed to a $33.5million, four-year contract with the Los Angeles Angels on Monday,passing up a chance to hit the free-agent market after nextseason.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-01-08.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Jan 2012 06:35:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-01-08.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Jan 2012 06:35:51 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Howie Kendrick reached agreement on a four-year contract extension, pending a physical. Kendrick, who made the All-Star team for the first time in 2011, had one more year of arbitration eligibility and then could have become a free agent after the 20]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-01-08.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Jan 2012 06:35:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels' plan to experiment with moving Mark Trumbo from first to third base remain in limbo.The stress fracture in his right foot that hampered Trumbo late in the 2011 season has been slow to heal this offseason. Trumbo had hoped to be cleared for ful]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Angels lock up Kendrick]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/sources-angels-lock-up-kendrick.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Jan 2012 02:07:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Halos keep rolling in offseason, lock up key cog.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels lock up Kendrick]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-lock-up-kendrick.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Jan 2012 02:07:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Halos keep rolling in offseason, lock up key cog.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-01-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-01-07.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Jan 2012 01:13:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-01-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-01-07.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Jan 2012 01:13:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Angels are reportedly nearing a deal to sign veteran INF Jorge Cantu. Cantu, 29, was designated for assignment by the Padres in June last season and finished the season with the Rockies' Triple-A team. But he did have a 100-RBI season in 2009 and hi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-01-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-01-07.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Jan 2012 01:13:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels' plan to experiment with moving Mark Trumbo from first to third base remain in limbo.The stress fracture in his right foot that hampered Trumbo late in the 2011 season has been slow to heal this offseason. Trumbo had hoped to be cleared for ful]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pujols' contract loaded with incentives]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/pujols-contract-loaded-with-incentives.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 21:30:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sure, Albert Pujols' wallet fattened up with a 10-year, $240million contract ... but it comes with more perks.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moving Garza makes sense for Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/moving-garza-makes-sense-for-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 18:11:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs can't afford to waste time moving Garza.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rodney will give Rays another late-inning arm]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rodney-will-give-rays-another-late-inning-arm.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:23:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Righty spent past two seasons in Angels' bullpen BY ROGER MOONEY The Tampa Tribune ST. PETERSBURG The Rays interrupted their search formore offense by adding another arm Wednesday to what they hope willbe another shutdown bullpen by signing Fernando Rodne]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pujols: $240 million and 4 season tickets]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/pujols-240-million-and-4-season-tickets.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:42:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Guess $240 million wasn't quite enough for Albert Pujols. Inaddition to his salary, the Los Angeles Angels are giving theslugger four season tickets to home games over the next decade.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rodney agrees to 1-year deal with Rays]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rodney-agrees-to-1-year-deal-with-rays.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2012 23:18:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reliever Fernando Rodney signed a $2 million, one-year contractwith the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fernando Rodney Rays' Latest Bullpen Addition]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/fernando-rodney-rays-latest-bullpen-addition.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2012 18:33:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationals a favorite to sign Fielder | BREWERS Braun's suspension tough to overturn]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/nationals-a-favorite-to-sign-fielder-|-brewers-braun-s-suspension-tough-to-overturn.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2012 17:25:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A Major League Baseball official said over the weekend that wordis spreading in the industry that the Washington Nationals areemerging as a favorite to sign free-agent first baseman PrinceFielder. The market was slow to develop for the former Milwaukee Br]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: Fernando Rodney Signs Deal With Rays]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/report-fernando-rodney-signs-deal-with-rays.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2012 03:43:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2012-01-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2012-01-04.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2012 03:43:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2012-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2012-01-03.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 22:33:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2012-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2012-01-03.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 22:33:41 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Ryan Langerhans, RHP Eric Hurley and C Robinzon Diaz, three players with major league experience, signed minor league contracts with the Angels and received non-roster invitations to spring training. Langerhans, 31, has the best chance to make the Op]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2012-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2012-01-03.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 22:33:33 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No topic raised the blood pressure of Angels fans the past few seasons more than the debate over Jeff Mathis' status as the team's primary catcher.It only got worse in 2011 with Mike Napoli traded away, only to surface as a key performer for the AL champi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-12-31]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-12-31.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Dec 2011 22:12:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-12-31]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-12-31.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Dec 2011 22:12:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Ryan Langerhans, RHP Eric Hurley and C Robinzon Diaz, three players with major league experience, signed minor league contracts with the Angels and received non-roster invitations to spring training. Langerhans, 31, has the best chance to make the Op]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-12-31]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-12-31.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Dec 2011 22:12:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No topic raised the blood pressure of Angels fans the past few seasons more than the debate over Jeff Mathis' status as the team's primary catcher.It only got worse in 2011 with Mike Napoli traded away, only to surface as a key performer for the AL champi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-12-30.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 07:27:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-12-30.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 07:27:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Ryan Langerhans, RHP Eric Hurley and C Robinzon Diaz, three players with major league experience, signed minor league contracts with the Angels and received non-roster invitations to spring training. Langerhans, 31, has the best chance to make the Op]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-12-30.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 07:27:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No topic raised the blood pressure of Angels fans the past few seasons more than the debate over Jeff Mathis' status as the team's primary catcher.It only got worse in 2011 with Mike Napoli traded away, only to surface as a key performer for the AL champi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pujols deal helped Angels add Wilson]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/pujols-deal-helped-angels-add-wilson.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 04:21:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols agreed to backload his 10-year, $250 million contractto help the Los Angeles Angels sign free-agent pitcher C.J. Wilson,ESPN reported Thursday, citing sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-12-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-12-29.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2011 05:01:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-12-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-12-29.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2011 05:01:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Albert Pujols' signing with the Angels has sparked an unprecedented bump in ticket sales in response to a personnel move. Since Pujols and LHP C.J. Wilson joined the Angels earlier this month, the team has sold 3,300 new season ticket packages and 4,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-12-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-12-29.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2011 05:01:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels' offseason agenda included adding depth to the starting pitching, restoring an offense-defense balance at catcher and giving the sagging offense a boost.They addressed those needs with the free agent signings of left-hander C.J. Wilson and firs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boras taking his time with Fielder deal]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/boras-taking-his-time-with-fielder-deal.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:48:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Teams interested in Fielder get complete education from agent ScottBoras.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball's mega deals rarely pay off]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/baseball-s-mega-deals-rarely-pay-off.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Dec 2011 15:58:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sorry, Angels fans. History shows Pujols deal could be a bigmistake.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Despite report, Reds GM says starter priority;MLB NOTES]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/despite-report-reds-gm-says-starter-priority-mlb-notes.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2011 11:25:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DALLAS - Cincinnati Reds General Manager Walt Jockettyreported things were very quiet on the Reds front Tuesday at the wintermeetings. "I kind of knew it but I got a better sense of today," Jockettysaid. "There's a lot of clubs looking for the same thing ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-12-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-12-25.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Dec 2011 18:50:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-12-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-12-25.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Dec 2011 18:50:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Albert Pujols' signing with the Angels has sparked an unprecedented bump in ticket sales in response to a personnel move. Since Pujols and LHP C.J. Wilson joined the Angels earlier this month, the team has sold 3,300 new season ticket packages and 4,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-12-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-12-25.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Dec 2011 18:50:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels' offseason agenda included adding depth to the starting pitching, restoring an offense-defense balance at catcher and giving the sagging offense a boost.They addressed those needs with the free agent signings of left-hander C.J. Wilson and firs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Offseason twists to continue into 2012]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/offseason-twists-to-continue-into-2012.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Dec 2011 16:12:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Unusually long hot stove season makes it a buyer's market in MLB.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-12-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-12-23.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 06:44:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-12-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-12-23.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 06:44:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Albert Pujols' signing with the Angels has sparked an unprecedented bump in ticket sales in response to a personnel move. Since Pujols and LHP C.J. Wilson joined the Angels earlier this month, the team has sold 3,300 new season ticket packages and 4,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-12-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-12-23.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 06:44:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels' offseason agenda included adding depth to the starting pitching, restoring an offense-defense balance at catcher and giving the sagging offense a boost.They addressed those needs with the free agent signings of left-hander C.J. Wilson and firs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beltran, Cardinals agree to 2-year contract]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/beltran-cardinals-agree-to-2-year-contract.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 04:10:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Beltran and the World Series champion St. Louis Cardinalsagreed to a two-year contract pending results of a physical, a movethat would fortify the team's lineup following the departure ofAlbert Pujols.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BASEBALL;What has 10 arms ... ;The pitching riddle the Astros must answer down the road in Florida]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/baseball-what-has-10-arms-the-pitching-riddle-the-astros-must-answer-down-the-road-in-florida.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 23:32:51 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BLOG: The recently traded Mat Latos would have looked nice in anAstros uniform.ultimateastros.com General manager Jeff Luhnow's acquisition of former Red Soxfarmhand and major league dabbler Kyle Weiland as part of his firstmove has given the Astros 10 st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hey, Boras. It's your move now]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/hey-boras-it-s-your-move-now.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 09:20:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Rangers landing Darvish rights, you know this guy's gonna makenoise.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Determined Texas wins rights to Darvish]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/determined-texas-wins-rights-to-darvish.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 08:23:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Texas pays big bucks in hopes of adding Japanese ace, winning itall.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-12-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-12-20.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 02:13:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-12-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-12-20.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 02:13:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP C.J. Wilson's five-year, $77.5 million contract is significantly backloaded, with his salary going from $10 million in 2012 up to $20 million in 2016. Wilson and RHP Jered Weaver will make the same salaries in the final three seasons of their concur]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-12-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-12-20.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2011 02:13:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In late October, Angels owner Arte Moreno stood with reporters after the press conference announcing the hiring of Jerry Dipoto as the team's new general manager, the first significant front-office hire from outside the organization since 2003.The Angels,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why the Angels should trade Abreu ]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/why-the-angels-should-trade-abreu.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 17:50:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels should trade their DH sooner rather than later.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-12-17.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Dec 2011 21:37:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-12-17.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Dec 2011 21:37:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP C.J. Wilson's five-year, $77.5 million contract is significantly backloaded, with his salary going from $10 million in 2012 up to $20 million in 2016. Wilson and RHP Jered Weaver will make the same salaries in the final three seasons of their concur]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-12-17.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Dec 2011 21:37:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In late October, Angels owner Arte Moreno stood with reporters after the press conference announcing the hiring of Jerry Dipoto as the team's new general manager, the first significant front-office hire from outside the organization since 2003.The Angels,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fielder should be Cubs' player to lose]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/fielder-should-be-cubs-player-to-lose.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 08:09:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Logic says Cubs should win Fielder race, but can Theo nurture deal?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-12-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-12-16.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 03:22:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner Arte Moreno clearly did not enjoy finishing out of the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time in his ownership. In response, Moreno fired GM Tony Reagins and a handful of long-time employees in a front-office purge that brought in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-12-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-12-16.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 03:21:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP C.J. Wilson's five-year, $77.5 million contract is significantly backloaded, with his salary going from $10 million in 2012 up to $20 million in 2016. Wilson and RHP Jered Weaver will make the same salaries in the final three seasons of their concur]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-12-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-12-16.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 03:21:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In late October, Angels owner Arte Moreno stood with reporters after the press conference announcing the hiring of Jerry Dipoto as the team's new general manager, the first significant front-office hire from outside the organization since 2003.The Angels,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TWO-FOR-ONE DEAL WITH RED SOX NETS SHORTSTOP;Astros patch hole at cost of a closer;Luhnow trades]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/two-for-one-deal-with-red-sox-nets-shortstop-astros-patch-hole-at-cost-of-a-closer-luhnow-trades.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 23:30:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A NEW GM BEGINS TO MAKE HIS MARK Details of the first trade by Astros general manager JeffLuhnow: To Houston SS Jed Lowrie Age 27 Career stats: 256 G, .252 BA, .324 OBP, .408 SLG RHP Kyle Weiland Age 25]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-12-15.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 23:30:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles sign Japanese left-hander;Wada expected to enhance Birds' pitching depth]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/orioles-sign-japanese-left-hander-wada-expected-to-enhance-birds-pitching-depth.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 17:24:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BALTIMORE (AP) - The Baltimore Orioles have signed Japaneseleft-hander Tsuyoshi Wada to a $8.15 million, two-yearcontract. The 30-year-old Wada is expected to enhance a pitching staffthat finished last in the majors with a 4.89 ERA. The contractincludes a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox add Melancon, Punto in separate deals]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/red-sox-add-melancon-punto-in-separate-deals.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 04:12:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Boston Red Sox tweaked their bullpen and bench with a pairof moves Wednesday, acquiring reliever Mark Melancon and utilityinfielder Nick Punto in separate deals.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-12-15.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 04:05:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels were suddenly the talk of a stunned baseball world when they concluded the winter meetings on Dec. 8 by signing Albert Pujols and left-hander C.J. Wilson. Suddenly, the team had vaunted to the top of everyone's watch-list after bringing in the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-12-15.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 04:05:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Mark Trumbo is the player most directly affected by 1B Albert Pujols' arrival. Trumbo led the team in home runs and RBI as a rookie but now is a player without a position and could be traded. The Angels will also explore using him at multiple positio]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-12-15.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 04:05:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Arte Moreno really doesn't like to finish second.After annually swinging and missing on their top offseason targets and then missing out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time in a decade, the Angels first shook up their front office t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[C.J. Wilson's salary rises from $10M to $20M]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/c-j-wilson-s-salary-rises-from-10m-to-20m.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 02:10:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[C.J. Wilson will earn $10 million in 2012 as he starts his $77.5million, five-year contract with the Los Angeles Angels.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers plug in Ramirez | Power bat helps replace losses]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/brewers-plug-in-ramirez-|-power-bat-helps-replace-losses.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 17:24:00 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Milwaukee Brewers didn't sign free-agent thirdbaseman Aramis Ramirez on Monday merely because they fear a 50-gamesuspension for National League most valuable player Ryan Braun atthe start of next season. But it didn't hurt. The Brewers were in pursuit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who's still in Fielder market, who's not]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/who-s-still-in-fielder-market-who-s-not.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 07:16:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Fielder's younger than Pujols and entering his prime. But who willmeet his price?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shooter Now: Twins' Joe Mauer 'happy' he stayed, wishes Albert Pujols well in L.A.]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/shooter-now-twins-joe-mauer--happy-he-stayed-wishes-albert-pujols-well-in-l-a.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 04:41:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SHOOTER NOW Last week, Albert Pujols left the reigning World Series championSt. Louis Cardinals for a $254 million, 10-year free-agent contractwith the Los Angeles Angels. Almost two years ago, Joe Mauer, coming off an American LeagueMVP season, decided t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-12-14.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 04:23:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels were suddenly the talk of a stunned baseball world when they concluded the winter meetings on Dec. 8 by signing Albert Pujols and left-hander C.J. Wilson. Suddenly, the team had vaunted to the top of everyone's watch-list after bringing in the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-12-14.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 04:23:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Mark Trumbo is the player most directly affected by 1B Albert Pujols' arrival. Trumbo led the team in home runs and RBI as a rookie but now is a player without a position and could be traded. The Angels will also explore using him at multiple positio]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-12-14.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 04:23:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Arte Moreno really doesn't like to finish second.After annually swinging and missing on their top offseason targets and then missing out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time in a decade, the Angels first shook up their front office t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saunders, Kuo and Scott become free agents 2011-12-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/saunders-kuo-and-scott-become-free-agents-2011-12-13.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 18:18:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Former All-Star pitchers Joe Saunders and Hong-Chih Kuo, andBaltimore outfielder Luke Scott became free agents Tuesday aftertheir teams declined to offer 2012 contracts.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No reason to Reyes a stink SOUND OFF - LETTERS]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/no-reason-to-reyes-a-stink-sound-off-letters.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:23:43 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[l The Marlins did New York a huge favor by taking Jose Reyes offof the Mets' hands. The Mets wouldn't pay him that kind ofmoney and quite frankly, the Marlins are overpaying the guy. He'snormally on the disabled list more often than on the playing fieldan]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels Jerome Williams agrees to $820k 1-year deal 2011-12-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-jerome-williams-agrees-to-820k-1-year-deal-2011-12-13.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:19:58 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels and right-hander Jerome Williams haveagreed to an $820,000, one-year contract, avoiding arbitration.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saunders, Kuo and Scott become free agents]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/saunders-kuo-and-scott-become-free-agents.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 06:06:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Updates with additional non-tenders and agreements. Deadline was midnight EST By RONALD BLUM AP Sports Writer Former All-Star pitchers Joe Saunders and Hong-Chih Kuo, and Baltimore outfielder Luke Scott became free agents Tuesday after their teams decline]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers not fishing for Fielder, Darvish]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-not-fishing-for-fielder-darvish.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 05:31:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sometimes, but huge stars aren't what Texas is seeking right now.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels Jerome Williams agrees to $820k 1-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-jerome-williams-agrees-to-820k-1-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 04:36:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels and right-hander Jerome Williams haveagreed to an $820,000, one-year contract, avoiding arbitration.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-12-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-12-13.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 03:49:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels were suddenly the talk of a stunned baseball world when they concluded the winter meetings on Dec. 8 by signing Albert Pujols and left-hander C.J. Wilson. Suddenly, the team had vaunted to the top of everyone's watch-list after bringing in the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-12-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-12-13.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 03:49:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Mark Trumbo is the player most directly affected by 1B Albert Pujols' arrival. Trumbo led the team in home runs and RBI as a rookie but now is a player without a position and could be traded. The Angels will also explore using him at multiple positio]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-12-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-12-13.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 03:49:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Arte Moreno really doesn't like to finish second.After annually swinging and missing on their top offseason targets and then missing out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time in a decade, the Angels first shook up their front office t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2011 Winter Meetings Coverage 2011-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2011-winter-meetings-coverage-2011-12-12.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 20:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Darvish is next big MLB mystery]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/darvish-is-next-big-mlb-mystery.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 18:46:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Think Pujols drama was crazy? Wait 'til teams take a run at thisguy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yanks willing, waiting to make a deal]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/yanks-willing-waiting-to-make-a-deal.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 11:23:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It makes no difference if they're in a hotel room in Dallas ortheir Yankee Stadium offices: the Yankees aren't abandoning theirpatient approach to altering the roster.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Miami might do well to trade Ramirez]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/miami-might-do-well-to-trade-ramirez.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 07:16:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trading Ramirez might be best for Marlins, and there'd be plenty ofinterest.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-12-12.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 07:16:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-12-12.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:15:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels were suddenly the talk of a stunned baseball world when they concluded the winter meetings on Dec. 8 by signing Albert Pujols and left-hander C.J. Wilson. Suddenly, the team had vaunted to the top of everyone's watch-list after bringing in the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-12-12.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:15:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Mark Trumbo is the player most directly affected by 1B Albert Pujols' arrival. Trumbo led the team in home runs and RBI as a rookie but now is a player without a position and could be traded. The Angels will also explore using him at multiple positio]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-12-12.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:15:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Arte Moreno really doesn't like to finish second.After annually swinging and missing on their top offseason targets and then missing out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time in a decade, the Angels first shook up their front office t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pujols, Wilson welcomed by Angels fans]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/pujols-wilson-welcomed-by-angels-fans.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Dec 2011 18:10:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols has arrived in Southern California, and the fearedslugger says his staggering new paychecks aren't the only reason hemoved to the Los Angeles Angels.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heavenly shift | Angels shake up NL Central by grabbing Pujols; also sign Wilson]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/heavenly-shift-|-angels-shake-up-nl-central-by-grabbing-pujols-also-sign-wilson.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Dec 2011 17:25:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dallas - One big bopper has bolted the National League CentralDivision. Will Prince Fielder follow? Wilson That was one of the loomingquestions Thursday after the Los Angeles Angels stunned thebaseball world by swooping in and signing St. Louis icon Alber]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins GM Terry Ryan left to sift through the free-agent leftovers]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/twins-gm-terry-ryan-left-to-sift-through-the-free-agent-leftovers.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Dec 2011 04:31:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DALLAS - In four days of baseball's winter meetings, the Twins made a few minor moves, madetheir best pitch at Michael Cuddyer and watched the market for athin free-agent pitching class inflate to unreasonableproportions. Yet on his way out, Terry Ryan vo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oakland A's face daunting task in A.L. West after Los Angeles Angels' blockbuster signing of Albert]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/oakland-a-s-face-daunting-task-in-a-l-west-after-los-angeles-angels-blockbuster-signing-of-albert.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Dec 2011 04:30:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DALLAS -- As the winter meetings concluded Thursday, the A'swatched the division-rival Los Angeles Angels sign three-time N.L. MVPAlbert Pujols and left-hander C.J. Wilson for a staggering $331million. That's nearly five times more money shelled out for t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels' move for Pujols is about more than homers]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-move-for-pujols-is-about-more-than-homers.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Dec 2011 03:08:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[(Eds: Updates with quotes, details. With AP Photos.) By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer Although the Los Angeles Angels still haven't received the bill from their epic holiday shopping spree, they already think they got a whole lot more than a slugger when ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BASEBALL;Luhnow takes on tall task;New GM to use patient approach in reconstructing Astros;]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/baseball-luhnow-takes-on-tall-task-new-gm-to-use-patient-approach-in-reconstructing-astros.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 23:31:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Short on immediate expectations but long on patience, short onspecifics but long on ambition, Jeff Luhnow assumed his postThursday as the 12th general manager of the Astros . The Astros introduced the veteran of thechampion St. Louis Cardinals scouting an]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[With Angels loading up, A's look toward future]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/with-angels-loading-up-a-s-look-toward-future.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 23:30:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DALLAS Optimism is in short supply for the A's right now. Management is conceding hopes for contending in 2012 with itsintention to trade top players and rebuild for the future. As the winter meetings concluded Thursday, the A's watched thedivision-rival ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[With Pujols gone, Cubs ought to makeserious run at Fielder Pujols leaves division up for grabs, so]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/with-pujols-gone-cubs-ought-to-makeserious-run-at-fielder-pujols-leaves-division-up-for-grabs-so.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 23:30:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Somewhere in a drawer, I have one of those "Why Not Us?"T-shirts Dusty Baker handed out in the fall of 2002. The slogan fits again, what with Albert Pujols agreeing to aquarter-billion-dollar deal with the Los Angeles Angels. The world-champion St. Louis ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buehrle signing caps whirlwind week for Marlins]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/buehrle-signing-caps-whirlwind-week-for-marlins.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 21:14:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There was a moment of confusion Friday at the start of the MiamiMarlins' news conference to introduce newcomer Mark Buehrle, withteam officials unsure whether he should first pose for photos.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels shift power balance in AL]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-shift-power-balance-in-al.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 20:58:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angel shakeup sends shockwaves throughout the league.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welcome back, K-Rod | Reliever accepts offer to go to arbitration BREWERS]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/welcome-back-k-rod-|-reliever-accepts-offer-to-go-to-arbitration-brewers.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 17:26:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dallas - The Milwaukee Brewers' first "acquisition" of theoff-season is a rather pricey setup man. Free-agent reliever Francisco Rodriguez accepted the Brewers' offer of salary arbitrationWednesday night, in essence becoming a signed player for 2012 witha]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins and Angels dominate winter meetings]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/marlins-and-angels-dominate-winter-meetings.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 09:36:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Miami Marlins and Los Angeles Angels didn't just dominatethe podium at the winter meetings. They were the only teams thatused them to reshape their clubs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2011 Winter Meetings Coverage 2011-12-09]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2011-winter-meetings-coverage-2011-12-09.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 05:41:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pujols, Angels reach $254 million, 10-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/pujols-angels-reach-254-million-10-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 04:58:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols could have been a wealthy Cardinal for life,planning for the day his statue would be erected outside BuschStadium next to those of Stan Musial, Bob Gibson and the other St.Louis greats.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Column: St. Louis keeps statue, Angels get Pujols]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/column-st-louis-keeps-statue-angels-get-pujols.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 04:38:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[(Eds: With AP Photos. Corrects Heath Bell to Padres instead of Mariners.) By JIM LITKE AP Sports Columnist Kudos to whoever posted a security guard to watch over the statue of Albert Pujols outside his suburban St. Louis restaurant Thursday, even if that ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pujols' departure can't catch St. Louis off guard]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/pujols-departure-can-t-catch-st-louis-off-guard.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 04:30:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When a 10-foot statue of Albert Pujols was unveiled last monthoutside his restaurant in suburban St. Louis, hopeful fans took itas a sign he was staying put.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-12-09]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-12-09.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 03:56:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels were suddenly the talk of a stunned baseball world when they concluded the winter meetings on Dec. 8 by signing Albert Pujols and left-hander C.J. Wilson. Suddenly, the team had vaunted to the top of everyone's watch-list after bringing in the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oakland A's face daunting task in AL West after Los Angeles Angels' blockbuster signing of Albert]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/oakland-a-s-face-daunting-task-in-al-west-after-los-angeles-angels-blockbuster-signing-of-albert.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 23:41:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DALLAS -- As the winter meetings concluded Thursday, the A'swatched the division-rival Los Angeles Angels sign three-time NL MVP AlbertPujols and left-hander C.J. Wilson for a staggering $331 million.That's nearly five times more money shelled out for two]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pujols' departure a blessing in disguise]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/pujols-departure-a-blessing-in-disguise.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 20:33:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Don't let the cloud linger, St. Louis. Losing Pujols is a blessing.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pujols headed to Angels in megadeal]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/pujols-headed-to-angels-in-megadeal.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:11:51 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pujols accepts blockbuster deal to go to LA.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels capped at $140M? Laughable]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-capped-at-140m-laughable.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 09:44:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels owner's answer about team's budget clearly a hot stoveleague smokescreen.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buehrle joins free-agent migration to Miami]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/buehrle-joins-free-agent-migration-to-miami.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 08:50:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Buehrle joined Heath Bell and Jose Reyes in baseball'sMiami migration as the Marlins got tired of waiting for AlbertPujols and pulled their offer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Wilson weighing cash vs. home]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/sources-wilson-weighing-cash-vs-home.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 04:46:43 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Wilson headed West unless marlins hook him late.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rule 5 Draft Preview]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rule-5-draft-preview.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 04:34:51 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-12-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-12-08.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 03:55:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-12-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-12-08.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 03:55:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP LaTroy Hawkins was signed to a one-year, $3 million deal. Hawkins rebounded from an awful (8.44 ERA) and injury-shortened 2010 season to finish with a 2.42 ERA this year in 48 1/3 innings. He has been a setup reliever for almost his entire career.--]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-12-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-12-08.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 03:55:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One of the first tenets Jerry Dipoto mentioned after he was hired as the Angels' general manager was his belief that "teams that control counts control games."His first move as GM reflected that belief, as he exchanged a young pitcher who couldn't control]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels in lengthy negotiation for Pujols]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-in-lengthy-negotiation-for-pujols.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 03:47:35 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The most compelling question of the baseball offseason -- Whereis Albert Pujols going to sign? -- isn't nearly as straightforwardas it seemed.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutTV: Previewing The Rule 5 Draft]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scouttv-previewing-the-rule-5-draft.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 01:35:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-12-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-12-08.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2011 01:35:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pujols' negotiations dominate winter meetings]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/pujols-negotiations-dominate-winter-meetings.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2011 09:26:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols will get a huge contract, there's no doubt. Butthe team that will sign the three-time NL MVP remains unclear.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Many moves waiting on Pujols' decision]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/many-moves-waiting-on-pujols-decision.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2011 08:13:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball world must wait while Pujols tries on different teams.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2011 Winter Meetings Coverage 2011-12-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2011-winter-meetings-coverage-2011-12-07.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2011 07:34:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels pursuing Pujols, too]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-pursuing-pujols-too.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2011 04:49:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels trying to snatch Pujols from Marlins and Cards.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2011 Winter Meetings Coverage]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2011-winter-meetings-coverage.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2011 07:32:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Interest in C.J. Wilson intensifies]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/interest-in-c-j-wilson-intensifies.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:37:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The bidding for free-agent left-hander C.J. Wilson is heating up&#226;&#128;&#148; but it isn&#226;&#128;&#153;t over yet.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Latest MLB winter meetings news]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/latest-mlb-winter-meetings-news.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 17:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Which names are going to new cities? We've got the rundown of allthe major moves.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutTV: Winter Meetings Preview]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scouttv-winter-meetings-preview.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 16:38:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-12-05.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:06:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-12-05.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:06:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Jeff Mathis was traded to the Toronto Blue Jays for LHP Brad Mills. Mathis is a .194 career hitter in seven seasons. Mills was 11-9 with a 4.00 ERA, leading Class AAA Las Vegas with 136 strikeouts as a starter. The 26-year-old Mills pitched in five ga]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-12-05.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:05:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One of the first tenets Jerry Dipoto mentioned after he was hired as the Angels' general manager was his belief that "teams that control counts control games."His first move as GM reflected that belief, as he exchanged a young pitcher who couldn't control]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2011 Winter Meetings Live Blog]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2011-winter-meetings-live-blog.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:34:35 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Questions rampant at winter meetings]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/questions-rampant-at-winter-meetings.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 02:26:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reyes' deal with Marlins only part of winter meetings intrigue.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-12-05.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 02:26:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels ship C Mathis to Toronto for LHP Mills]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-ship-c-mathis-to-toronto-for-lhp-mills.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Dec 2011 23:02:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels traded catcher Jeff Mathis to the TorontoBlue Jays on Saturday for left-hander Brad Mills.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels ship Mathis to Jays for Mills]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-ship-mathis-to-jays-for-mills.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Dec 2011 23:02:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels traded catcher Jeff Mathis to the TorontoBlue Jays on Saturday for left-hander Brad Mills.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-12-02.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2011 07:03:58 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-12-02.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2011 07:03:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Mark Trumbo was selected to the Topps Major League Rookie All-Star team. Trumbo is the first Angels rookie to make the team (which started in 1959) since Shawn Wooten was named the top rookie catcher in 2001.--According to the agent for free agent 3B]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-12-02.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2011 07:03:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One of the first tenets Jerry Dipoto mentioned after he was hired as the Angels' general manager was his belief that "teams that control counts control games."His first move as GM reflected that belief, as he exchanged a young pitcher who couldn't control]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers sign INF Adam Kennedy to 1-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/dodgers-sign-inf-adam-kennedy-to-1-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2011 02:48:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Dodgers have signed infielder Adam Kennedy to aone-year contract worth $800,000, bringing the Southern Californianative back home where he won a World Series title in 2002 with theAnaheim Angels.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Now healthy, Ramos sorry to be cut by Rays]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/now-healthy-ramos-sorry-to-be-cut-by-rays.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:28:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BY MARC TOPKIN Times Staff Writer ST. PETERSBURG - Several of the Rays' returning coaches werepleasantly surprised they got new two-year deals even thoughmanager Joe Maddon has only one year left on his currentcontract. Bobby Ramos was disappointed to be ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-12-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-12-01.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 04:31:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-12-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-12-01.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 04:31:33 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Two former Angels -- INF Brandon Wood (Rockies) and RHP Jason Bulger (Twins) -- signed minor league contracts with new teams. Wood was waived by the Angels in April, picked up by the Pirates, then released following the 2011 season. Bulger was designate]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-12-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-12-01.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 04:31:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Catcher Chris Iannetta was acquired from the Colorado Rockies for right-handed pitcher Tyler Chatwood.The deal gives the Angels a potential Opening Day catcher -- a position where the team has struggled the last couple of seasons. But at the same time, th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels get Iannetta from Rockies for Chatwood]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-get-iannetta-from-rockies-for-chatwood.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 03:42:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels acquired catcher Chris Iannetta from theColorado Rockies on Wednesday in a trade for right-hander TylerChatwood.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies, Angels swap catchers]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rockies-angels-swap-catchers.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:26:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Colorado Rockies completed two moves involving catchersWednesday night, reaching an agreement with free-agent RamonHernandez while dealing Chris Iannetta to the Los Angeles Angelsfor right-hander Tyler Chatwood.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutingBaseball Live Chat: 12/1]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scoutingbaseball-live-chat-12/1.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2011 23:39:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-11-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-11-30.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:03:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-11-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-11-30.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:03:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Two former Angels -- INF Brandon Wood (Rockies) and RHP Jason Bulger (Twins) -- signed minor league contracts with new teams. Wood was waived by the Angels in April, picked up by the Pirates, then released following the 2011 season. Bulger was designate]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-11-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-11-30.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:03:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Of all the areas new Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto needs to address in his first offseason in charge, the rotation would not seem to be high on that list. Led by Jered Weaver, Dan Haren and Ervin Santana, the starting staff was an area of strength i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-11-29.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 12:34:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-11-29.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 12:33:58 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Two former Angels -- INF Brandon Wood (Rockies) and RHP Jason Bulger (Twins) -- signed minor league contracts with new teams. Wood was waived by the Angels in April, picked up by the Pirates, then released following the 2011 season. Bulger was designate]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-11-29.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 12:33:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Of all the areas new Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto needs to address in his first offseason in charge, the rotation would not seem to be high on that list. Led by Jered Weaver, Dan Haren and Ervin Santana, the starting staff was an area of strength i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New GMs have a chance to be bold]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/new-gms-have-a-chance-to-be-bold.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Nov 2011 17:42:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New GMs have clean slate, and that means offseason fun awaits.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-11-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-11-24.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Nov 2011 06:52:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-11-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-11-24.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Nov 2011 06:52:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Two former Angels -- INF Brandon Wood (Rockies) and RHP Jason Bulger (Twins) -- signed minor league contracts with new teams. Wood was waived by the Angels in April, picked up by the Pirates, then released following the 2011 season. Bulger was designate]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-11-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-11-24.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Nov 2011 06:52:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Of all the areas new Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto needs to address in his first offseason in charge, the rotation would not seem to be high on that list. Led by Jered Weaver, Dan Haren and Ervin Santana, the starting staff was an area of strength i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-11-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-11-22.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2011 08:00:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-11-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-11-22.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2011 08:00:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--New Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto continued to reconstruct the front office by adding former big-league first baseman Hal Morris as director of pro scouting and former Angels manager and pitching coach Marcel Lachemann as a special assistant to th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-11-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-11-22.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2011 08:00:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels first baseman Mark Trumbo had one of the best rookie seasons in franchise history in 2011.His 29 home runs were two short of the franchise rookie record (and the most by any AL rookie since Nomar Garciaparra hit 30 for the Red Sox in 1997). His 87 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-11-21.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2011 04:29:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-11-21.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2011 04:29:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--New Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto continued to reconstruct the front office by adding former big-league first baseman Hal Morris as director of pro scouting and former Angels manager and pitching coach Marcel Lachemann as a special assistant to th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-11-21.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2011 04:29:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels first baseman Mark Trumbo had one of the best rookie seasons in franchise history in 2011.His 29 home runs were two short of the franchise rookie record (and the most by any AL rookie since Nomar Garciaparra hit 30 for the Red Sox in 1997). His 87 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutTV: Mike Trout]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scouttv-mike-trout.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Nov 2011 03:35:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-11-18.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2011 07:59:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-11-18.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2011 07:59:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--New Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto continued to reconstruct the front office by adding former big-league first baseman Hal Morris as director of pro scouting and former Angels manager and pitching coach Marcel Lachemann as a special assistant to th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-11-18.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2011 07:59:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels first baseman Mark Trumbo had one of the best rookie seasons in franchise history in 2011.His 29 home runs were two short of the franchise rookie record (and the most by any AL rookie since Nomar Garciaparra hit 30 for the Red Sox in 1997). His 87 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutingBaseball Live Chat: 11/17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scoutingbaseball-live-chat-11/17.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:36:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SHIELDS THIRD IN CY VOTING]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/shields-third-in-cy-voting.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 17:24:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rays right-hander James Shields saidhe anxiously paced around his Clearwater home Tuesday afternoon inthe 10 minutes prior to the American League Cy Young Awardannouncement. Shields knew Tigers right-hander Justin Verlander was a lock towin - and Verlande]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-11-16.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 17:24:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-11-16.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 12:12:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-11-16.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 12:12:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Mark Trumbo was voted the Players Choice award winner as the Outstanding Rookie in the American League this season. The award is the second collected by Trumbo this offseason. He was also chosen as the Sporting News' AL Rookie of the Year, an award a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-11-16.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 12:11:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto said he doesn't feel it necessary to put "a personal stamp" on the Angels' roster this winter considering the fact that the team won 86 games last season and has been to the postseason six of the last 10 years.But t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shields third in Cy voting 2011-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/shields-third-in-cy-voting-2011-11-16.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 05:29:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By JOE SMITH Times Staff Writer ST. PETERSBURG - Rays right-hander James Shields saidhe anxiously paced around his Clearwater home Tuesday afternoon inthe 10 minutes prior to the American League Cy Young Awardannouncement. Shields knew Tigers right-hander]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[James Shields takes third in AL Cy Young voting]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/james-shields-takes-third-in-al-cy-young-voting.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2011 23:52:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Update 2:56 p.m. RHP James Shields admitted he was pacing aroundhis home in the minutes leading up to the 2 p.m. Cy Young Awardannouncement, and was pumped to finish in the top-3.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tigers' Verlander wins AL Cy Young]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/tigers-verlander-wins-al-cy-young.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2011 14:06:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tigers' Verlander taking home AL Cy Young award.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reyes thinking long, hard about Marlins]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/reyes-thinking-long-hard-about-marlins.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2011 08:21:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marlins' offseason activity has Reyes intrigued.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-11-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-11-15.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2011 03:18:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-11-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-11-15.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2011 03:18:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Mark Trumbo was voted the Players Choice award winner as the Outstanding Rookie in the American League this season. The award is the second collected by Trumbo this offseason. He was also chosen as the Sporting News' AL Rookie of the Year, an award a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-11-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-11-15.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2011 03:18:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto said he doesn't feel it necessary to put "a personal stamp" on the Angels' roster this winter considering the fact that the team won 86 games last season and has been to the postseason six of the last 10 years.But t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AWARD SEASON LOOKS PROMISING]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/award-season-looks-promising.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:35:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This could be a pretty significant week for the Rays , who have some top candidatesfor baseball's major awards, voted on by the Baseball Writers'Association of America. There's a chance Tampa Bay matches its highest award total; ittook manager of the year]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spending big on stars only helps Dodgers]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/spending-big-on-stars-only-helps-dodgers.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:24:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dodgers shouldn't stop at Kemp when it comes to signing big names.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kimbrel, Hellickson chosen top rookies]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/kimbrel-hellickson-chosen-top-rookies.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2011 14:08:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Braves closer Craig Kimbrel has been chosen the NLRookie of the Year in a unanimous vote and Tampa Bay pitcher JeremyHellickson has won the AL award.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-11-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-11-14.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2011 03:26:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-11-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-11-14.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2011 03:26:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Mark Trumbo was voted the Players Choice award winner as the Outstanding Rookie in the American League this season. The award is the second collected by Trumbo this offseason. He was also chosen as the Sporting News' AL Rookie of the Year, an award a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-11-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-11-14.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2011 03:25:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto said he doesn't feel it necessary to put "a personal stamp" on the Angels' roster this winter considering the fact that the team won 86 games last season and has been to the postseason six of the last 10 years.But t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-11-13.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Nov 2011 04:17:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-11-13.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Nov 2011 04:17:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Mark Trumbo was voted the Players Choice award winner as the Outstanding Rookie in the American League this season. The award is the second collected by Trumbo this offseason. He was also chosen as the Sporting News' AL Rookie of the Year, an award a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-11-13.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Nov 2011 04:17:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto said he doesn't feel it necessary to put "a personal stamp" on the Angels' roster this winter considering the fact that the team won 86 games last season and has been to the postseason six of the last 10 years.But t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Papelbon deal affects remaining closers]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/papelbon-deal-affects-remaining-closers.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Nov 2011 00:30:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Phillies land Papelbon, and the race begins for remainingfree-agent closers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-11-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-11-11.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 07:43:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-11-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-11-11.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 07:43:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Mark Trumbo was voted the Players Choice award winner as the Outstanding Rookie in the American League this season. The award is the second collected by Trumbo this offseason. He was also chosen as the Sporting News' AL Rookie of the Year, an award a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-11-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-11-11.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 07:43:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto said he doesn't feel it necessary to put "a personal stamp" on the Angels' roster this winter considering the fact that the team won 86 games last season and has been to the postseason six of the last 10 years.But t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutingBaseball Live Chat: 11/10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scoutingbaseball-live-chat-11/10.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2011 13:33:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-11-10.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2011 04:16:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-11-10.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2011 04:16:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Erick Aybar was voted the American League's Gold Glove winner at shortstop. It was Aybar's first Gold Glove award and only the third for an Angels shortstop. Jim Fregosi won in 1967 and Orlando Cabrera in 2007. CF Peter Bourjos, RF Torii Hunter and R]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-11-10.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2011 04:16:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reaching outside the organization for the first time in years to find a fresh voice in the baseball decision-making process, the Angels hired Jerry Dipoto as their new general manager.Dipoto comes to the Angels with a well-rounded background that includes]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutingBaseball Live Chat: 11/3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scoutingbaseball-live-chat-11/3.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Nov 2011 14:36:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-11-07.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2011 23:56:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-11-07.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2011 23:56:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Erick Aybar was voted the American League's Gold Glove winner at shortstop. It was Aybar's first Gold Glove award and only the third for an Angels shortstop. Jim Fregosi won in 1967 and Orlando Cabrera in 2007. CF Peter Bourjos, RF Torii Hunter and R]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-11-07.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2011 23:56:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reaching outside the organization for the first time in years to find a fresh voice in the baseball decision-making process, the Angels hired Jerry Dipoto as their new general manager.Dipoto comes to the Angels with a well-rounded background that includes]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-11-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-11-05.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Nov 2011 04:41:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-11-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-11-05.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Nov 2011 04:41:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Erick Aybar was voted the American League's Gold Glove winner at shortstop. It was Aybar's first Gold Glove award and only the third for an Angels shortstop. Jim Fregosi won in 1967 and Orlando Cabrera in 2007. CF Peter Bourjos, RF Torii Hunter and R]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-11-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-11-05.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Nov 2011 04:41:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reaching outside the organization for the first time in years to find a fresh voice in the baseball decision-making process, the Angels hired Jerry Dipoto as their new general manager.Dipoto comes to the Angels with a well-rounded background that includes]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dan Johnson becomes free agent]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/dan-johnson-becomes-free-agent.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 06:25:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Joe Smith Times Staff Writer First baseman Dan Johnson, who has two of the biggest homers in Rays history, is a free agent.Johnson, 32, declined an outright assignment to Triple-A Durham,the Rays announced Thursday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-11-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-11-04.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 06:25:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-11-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-11-04.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 03:35:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-11-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-11-04.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 03:35:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Erick Aybar was voted the American League's Gold Glove winner at shortstop. It was Aybar's first Gold Glove award and only the third for an Angels shortstop. Jim Fregosi won in 1967 and Orlando Cabrera in 2007. CF Peter Bourjos, RF Torii Hunter and R]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-11-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-11-04.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 03:35:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reaching outside the organization for the first time in years to find a fresh voice in the baseball decision-making process, the Angels hired Jerry Dipoto as their new general manager.Dipoto comes to the Angels with a well-rounded background that includes]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-11-03.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2011 03:49:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-11-03.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2011 03:49:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Matt Shoemaker and OF Kole Calhoun were selected the Angels' Minor League Pitcher and Player of the Year, respectively. Shoemaker, 25, fell one victory short of winning the pitching Triple Crown in the Class AA Texas League, where he went 12-5 with ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-11-03.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2011 03:49:41 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Arte Moreno purchased the Angels in 2003, he elected to keep all of the team's baseball decision-makers in place, including manager Mike Scioscia, general manager Bill Stoneman and Stoneman's staff.Four years later when Stoneman moved into semi-retir]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 25 free agents ]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/top-25-free-agents.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2011 01:02:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[See who has found a new home and who's still waiting for their bigdeal.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-11-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-11-02.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:27:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-11-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-11-02.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:27:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Matt Shoemaker and OF Kole Calhoun were selected the Angels' Minor League Pitcher and Player of the Year, respectively. Shoemaker, 25, fell one victory short of winning the pitching Triple Crown in the Class AA Texas League, where he went 12-5 with ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-11-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-11-02.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:27:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Arte Moreno purchased the Angels in 2003, he elected to keep all of the team's baseball decision-makers in place, including manager Mike Scioscia, general manager Bill Stoneman and Stoneman's staff.Four years later when Stoneman moved into semi-retir]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 Dodgers, 3 Red Sox earn Gold Gloves ]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/3-dodgers-3-red-sox-earn-gold-gloves.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2011 03:06:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Clayton Kershaw, Matt Kemp and Andre Ethier became the firsttrio of Los Angeles Dodgers to win NL Gold Gloves in the same year,and Adrian Gonzalez, Dustin Pedroia and Jacoby Ellsbury became thefirst three Red Sox in 32 seasons to win the AL honor together]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-11-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-11-01.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:09:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-11-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-11-01.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:09:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Matt Shoemaker and OF Kole Calhoun were selected the Angels' Minor League Pitcher and Player of the Year, respectively. Shoemaker, 25, fell one victory short of winning the pitching Triple Crown in the Class AA Texas League, where he went 12-5 with ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-11-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-11-01.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:09:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Arte Moreno purchased the Angels in 2003, he elected to keep all of the team's baseball decision-makers in place, including manager Mike Scioscia, general manager Bill Stoneman and Stoneman's staff.Four years later when Stoneman moved into semi-retir]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indians acquire Lowe; Sabathia stays with Yanks]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/indians-acquire-lowe-sabathia-stays-with-yanks.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2011 02:48:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Three days before the opening of the free-agent market, theCleveland Indians acquired pitcher Derek Lowe from the AtlantaBraves for minor league left-hander Chris Jones on Monday in thefirst significant trade of the offseason.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[DEADLINE ON OPTIONS NEAR 2011-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/deadline-on-options-near-2011-10-31.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2011 18:25:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With the wild World Series finally over, the Rays have some key decisions to makein the next few days. By midnight Monday, Tampa Bay will have to either pick upoptions on RHP James Shields ($7.5 million), RHP Kyle Farnsworth($3.3 million) and C Kelly Shop]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball free agency under way ]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/baseball-free-agency-under-way.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2011 12:53:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols has a world championship parade to attend in St.Louis today.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deadline on options near]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/deadline-on-options-near.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2011 12:25:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With the wild World Series finally over, the Rays have some key decisions to makein the next few days. By midnight Monday , Tampa Bay will have to either pick upoptions on RHP James Shields ($7.5 million), RHP Kyle Farnsworth($3.3 million) and C Kelly Sho]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels GM Dipoto believes in team]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-gm-dipoto-believes-in-team.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Oct 2011 20:04:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels have introduced Jerry Dipoto as their newgeneral manager.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels pay tribute to former infielder Adams]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-pay-tribute-to-former-infielder-adams.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Oct 2011 08:52:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels paid tribute to Ricky Adams, a utility infielder on theclub's 1982 Western Division Championship team, who died followinga long battle with cancer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Napoli, Rangers oh-so-close to World Series glory]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/napoli-rangers-oh-so-close-to-world-series-glory.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Oct 2011 07:20:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Texas Rangers were one strike away from a championship -twice - and Mike Napoli was oh-so-close to being the likely MVP ofthe World Series.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-29.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Oct 2011 04:29:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-29.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Oct 2011 04:29:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Matt Shoemaker and OF Kole Calhoun were selected the Angels' Minor League Pitcher and Player of the Year, respectively. Shoemaker, 25, fell one victory short of winning the pitching Triple Crown in the Class AA Texas League, where he went 12-5 with ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-29.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Oct 2011 04:29:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Arte Moreno purchased the Angels in 2003, he elected to keep all of the team's baseball decision-makers in place, including manager Mike Scioscia, general manager Bill Stoneman and Stoneman's staff.Four years later when Stoneman moved into semi-retir]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Halos infielder Adams dies of cancer]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/ex-halos-infielder-adams-dies-of-cancer.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Oct 2011 01:47:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ricky Adams, a utility infielder on the Los Angeles Angels' 1982Western Division championship team, died Friday after a long battlewith cancer. He was 52.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Angels infielder Ricky Adams dies of cancer]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/former-angels-infielder-ricky-adams-dies-of-cancer.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 20:08:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ricky Adams, a utility infielder on the Los Angeles Angels' 1982Western Division championship team, died Friday after a long battlewith cancer. He was 52.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels hire Dipoto as general manager]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-hire-dipoto-as-general-manager.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 16:00:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jerry Dipoto will be the Angels' new general manager.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thriller sends Series to 1st Game 7 since '02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/thriller-sends-series-to-1st-game-7-since--02.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 08:42:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A drained Tony La Russa sat behind the podium, jersey gone and ablue towel draped around his neck,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-28.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 04:23:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-28.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 04:23:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Matt Shoemaker and OF Kole Calhoun were selected the Angels' Minor League Pitcher and Player of the Year, respectively. Shoemaker, 25, fell one victory short of winning the pitching Triple Crown in the Class AA Texas League, where he went 12-5 with ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-28.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 04:23:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Arte Moreno purchased the Angels in 2003, he elected to keep all of the team's baseball decision-makers in place, including manager Mike Scioscia, general manager Bill Stoneman and Stoneman's staff.Four years later when Stoneman moved into semi-retir]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-27.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2011 20:53:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-27.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2011 20:52:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Matt Shoemaker and OF Kole Calhoun were selected the Angels' Minor League Pitcher and Player of the Year, respectively. Shoemaker, 25, fell one victory short of winning the pitching Triple Crown in the Class AA Texas League, where he went 12-5 with ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-27.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2011 20:52:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Arte Moreno purchased the Angels in 2003, he elected to keep all of the team's baseball decision-makers in place, including manager Mike Scioscia, general manager Bill Stoneman and Stoneman's staff.Four years later when Stoneman moved into semi-retir]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[DONâ€™T â€˜NAPâ€™ ON MONTERO Yanks could learn lesson from Texas catcher]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/donâ€™t-â€˜napâ€™-on-montero-yanks-could-learn-lesson-from-texas-catcher.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:26:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. LOUIS ??? No eavesdropping devices were necessary to learnthe main subject at a meeting of Yankees officials that concludedyesterday in Tampa. The Yankees still are obsessed withtheir rotation, namely figuring a way to retain CC Sabathia, butalso devi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-26.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 04:39:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-26.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 04:39:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a special ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-26.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 04:39:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[From offseason catch to cusp of championship;]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/from-offseason-catch-to-cusp-of-championship.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:28:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ARLINGTON - When Rangers GM Jon Daniels is askedabout one of his most important acquisitions last winter, he beginsby crediting others. "Our scouts did a very good job, very thorough," he said. Sometimes it's the smallest moves that end up making some of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Countdown to superstardom;Washington will unleash Harper on the majors. The question is when.]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/countdown-to-superstardom-washington-will-unleash-harper-on-the-majors-the-question-is-when.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2011 06:25:58 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. | There's a video on the Internet of BryceHarper. Well, to be accurate, there are hundreds of thousands of videosof the most hyped power-hitting prospect in a generation. Some arefavorable, others less so, but all chronicle nearly every ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-25.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2011 03:49:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-25.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2011 03:49:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a special ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-25.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2011 03:49:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Series Game 5: Pitching is key]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/world-series-game-5-pitching-is-key.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2011 17:56:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the Rangers want to take Game 5, Wilson must find his control.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-24.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2011 03:25:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-24.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2011 03:25:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a special ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-24.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2011 03:25:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-23.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Oct 2011 04:49:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-23.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Oct 2011 04:49:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a special ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-23.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Oct 2011 04:49:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-22.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Oct 2011 04:10:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-22.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Oct 2011 04:10:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a special ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-22.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Oct 2011 04:10:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kovacevic: Falling for Pirates' Cole]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/kovacevic-falling-for-pirates-cole.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Oct 2011 00:34:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MESA, Ariz. ? Gerrit Cole climbed the mound under searing91-degree skies, the Valley of the Sun's red hills making for afiery backdrop, and somehow he was the one bringing the heat. That was my first thought when watching the Pirates' No. 1 overall draft ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mike Napoli giving loaded Rangers some extra punch]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mike-napoli-giving-loaded-rangers-some-extra-punch.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2011 20:54:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Mike Napoli was playing for the other team, Texas Rangerssecond baseman Ian Kinsler had a serious dislike for him.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-21.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2011 03:16:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-21.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2011 03:16:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a special ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-21.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2011 03:16:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friedman meets with Angels' brass]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/friedman-meets-with-angels-brass.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 20:07:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Andrew Friedman tops the Angels' list of GM possibilities.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BASEBALL - WORLD SERIES 1986;Still an October chill in air on 25th anniversary of Sox' World Series]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/baseball-world-series-1986-still-an-october-chill-in-air-on-25th-anniversary-of-sox-world-series.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 12:25:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The champagne was on ice that night, Saturday, Oct. 25, 1986 -25 years ago in New York City. What better setting for acelebration? It seemed so right. The Red Sox were heading into the bottom ofthe 10th inning with a 5-2 lead over the Mets at Shea Stadium]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[1986 RED SOX TIMELINE]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/1986-red-sox-timeline.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 12:24:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[April 16: KC's Bret Saberhagen beat Al Nipper,1-0 (the first of 11 shutouts), to drop the Sox to 3-5 on the season, thefurthest behind in the standings that they would findthemselves.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-20.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 02:53:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-20.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 02:53:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a special ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-20.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 02:53:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-17.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 06:41:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-17.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 06:41:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a special ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-17.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 06:41:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-16.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Oct 2011 03:30:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-16.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Oct 2011 03:30:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a special ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-16.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Oct 2011 03:30:43 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-15.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Oct 2011 02:03:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-15.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Oct 2011 02:03:35 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a special ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-15.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Oct 2011 02:03:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-14.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 06:07:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-14.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 06:07:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a special ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-14.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 06:07:51 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers' Napoli trade paying dividends]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-napoli-trade-paying-dividends.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2011 07:07:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Offseason trade looking like fairy-tale finish for Rangers catcher.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-13.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2011 03:50:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-13.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2011 03:50:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a special ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-13.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2011 03:50:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-12.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 03:46:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-12.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 03:46:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a special ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-12.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 03:46:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-11.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2011 03:12:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-11.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2011 03:12:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a special ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-11.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2011 03:12:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutingBaseball Live Chat: 10/6 2011-10-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scoutingbaseball-live-chat-10/6-2011-10-10.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2011 17:33:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-10.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2011 02:00:41 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-10.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2011 02:00:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a special ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-10.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2011 02:00:35 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AFL Preview: 2011 Draft Picks To Watch]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/afl-preview-2011-draft-picks-to-watch.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Oct 2011 23:33:43 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-10-09]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-10-09.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Oct 2011 23:33:43 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MLB sends letter to maternity shop over name]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mlb-sends-letter-to-maternity-shop-over-name.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Oct 2011 09:48:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The word "Angel" has triggered a bizarre legal battle between atiny northern Sydney maternity shop and the Los Angeles Angels.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-08.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Oct 2011 18:48:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-08.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Oct 2011 18:48:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins has resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a spec]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-08.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Oct 2011 18:48:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-07.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 04:02:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-07.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 04:02:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins has resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a spec]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-07.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 04:02:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saunders takes a liking to new manager | DIAMONDBACKS NOTES Gibson's approach is a hit with]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/saunders-takes-a-liking-to-new-manager-|-diamondbacks-notes-gibson-s-approach-is-a-hit-with.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2011 18:24:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Phoenix - Arizona Diamondbacks left-hander Joe Saunders playedmost of his seven-year bigleague career with the Los AngelesAngels, which means he knows Milwaukee Brewers manager Ron Roenicke prettywell. Roenicke coached with the Angels from 2000-'10 before]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-06.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2011 04:17:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-06.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2011 04:17:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins has resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a spec]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-06.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2011 04:17:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels drop former GM Reagins' top 2 aides]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-drop-former-gm-reagins-top-2-aides.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2011 19:26:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels have cut ties with two top aides toformer general manager Tony Reagins in the continuing shake-up oftheir front office.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutingBaseball Live Chat: 10/6]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scoutingbaseball-live-chat-10/6.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2011 17:33:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-05.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2011 09:07:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-05.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2011 09:07:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins has resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a spec]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-05.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2011 09:07:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-04.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2011 03:39:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-04.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2011 03:39:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins has resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a spec]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-04.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2011 03:39:41 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-03.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Oct 2011 03:25:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-03.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Oct 2011 03:25:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins has resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a spec]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-03.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Oct 2011 03:25:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers embrace one-time rival Napoli]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-embrace-one-time-rival-napoli.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Oct 2011 06:47:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Texas embraces former rival because of nights like this.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-02.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Oct 2011 04:38:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-02.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Oct 2011 04:38:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins has resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a spec]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-02.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Oct 2011 04:38:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Could Billy Beane end up with Angels?]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/could-billy-beane-end-up-with-angels.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2011 21:49:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While many would match Billy Beane with the Cubs, another team maybe a better fit.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[FINDER'S KEEPER;A VIRTUAL UNKNOWN WHEN HIRED AS MANAGER, RON ROENICKE HAS DONE THE JOB IN MILWAUKEE.]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/finder-s-keeper-a-virtual-unknown-when-hired-as-manager-ron-roenicke-has-done-the-job-in-milwaukee.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2011 06:25:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Del Crandall would like to say he knew from the moment he metRon Roenicke that he was destined to become a major leaguemanager. "But no, I'd be stretching it if I said I thought that way aboutRon," Crandall said. "But he certainly became impressive as tim]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are Brewers crazy good, or too crazy for own good?]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/are-brewers-crazy-good-or-too-crazy-for-own-good.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2011 06:24:41 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball defines "crazy" about any way you'd like. There was Billy Martin crazy, Bill Lee crazy, Gas House Gang crazy, even someplayers burdened by legitimate mental disorders. When the word stands for "colorful," history's take is benign.The champion A's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-10-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-10-01.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2011 05:46:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-10-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-10-01.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2011 05:46:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tony Reagins has resigned as the Angels' general manager after the team failed to make the playoffs for the second consecutive season.The team made the announcement two days after the season ended, adding that Reagins will remain with the team as a spec]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-10-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-10-01.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2011 05:46:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels GM Reagins resigns]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-gm-reagins-resigns.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2011 17:34:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tony Reagins has resigned as general manager of the Los AngelesAngels after the team failed to make the playoffs for the secondstraight season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's the pitch: Justin Verlander for AL MVP?]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/here-s-the-pitch-justin-verlander-for-al-mvp.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2011 14:00:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What an incredible finish to the regular season: blown saves,big collapses and extra-inning thrillers to decide the two wildcards.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-30.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2011 04:08:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-30.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2011 04:08:33 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Howie Kendrick was not in the starting lineup for the season finale after spraining his left wrist on a play the night before. But the injury was not considered significant and Kendrick should be fine with a couple days of rest.--1B Kendrys Morales r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-30.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2011 04:08:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[FINAL PIECES | BREWERS RECAP '11;Melvin's moves lead to an NL Central Division title]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/final-pieces-|-brewers-recap--11-melvin-s-moves-lead-to-an-nl-central-division-title.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2011 18:24:41 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As a disappointing 2010 season came to a close, Milwaukee Brewers general manager Doug Melvinknew he had two important tasks ahead of him. First, he had to find a manager capable of piloting a team tothe postseason and who could establish a rapport with h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutingBaseball Live Chat: 9/29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scoutingbaseball-live-chat-9/29.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:33:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-09-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-09-29.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:33:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-29.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2011 09:28:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels spent a club-record $142 million to finish 10 games behind the Rangers this season after a mismanaged offseason in which they failed to address their need for a hitter -- and saddled themselves with OF Vernon Wells' massive contract for the nex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-29.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2011 09:28:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Howie Kendrick was not in the starting lineup for the season finale after spraining his left wrist on a play the night before. But the injury was not considered significant and Kendrick should be fine with a couple days of rest.--1B Kendrys Morales r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-29.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2011 09:28:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite winning six more games in 2011 than they did a year earlier, the Angels missed out on the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-01 -- Mike Scioscia's first two seasons as manager.In the end, the outstanding pitching provid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers 3, Angels 1]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-3-angels-1.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2011 04:12:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Napoli talked to his fly ball while it sailed down theleft-field line at Angel Stadium, quietly coaxing it into thestands on the right side of the pole.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutingBaseball Live Chat: 9/22 2011-09-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scoutingbaseball-live-chat-9/22-2011-09-28.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2011 18:31:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers 10, Angels 3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-10-angels-3.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2011 05:54:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With another bountiful barrage of homers, the Texas Rangersmatched a franchise record with their 95th victory in thepenultimate game of the regular season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-28.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:30:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--2B Howie Kendrick (sprained left wrist) left the Sept. 27 game. He is unlikely to play in the season finale.--1B Mark Trumbo (stress fracture his right foot) left the Sept. 24 and Sept. 25 game. He was diagnosed with the stress fracture Se]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-28.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:30:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Peter Bourjos went 2-for-4 with a bunt single and a triple in Tuesday's loss. The bunt hit was his 16th of the season. He went into the game tied for second in the majors in bunt hits. The triple was his 11th of the season, the most by an Angel since]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-28.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:30:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With nothing but individual achievements to play for, Angels manager Mike Scioscia elected to scratch Ervin Santana and Jered Weaver from their final scheduled starts of the season Tuesday and Wednesday.The decision not to pitch Weaver concedes the Americ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels pull Santana, Weaver from starts]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-pull-santana-weaver-from-starts.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2011 03:06:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels scratched Jered Weaver and Ervin Santanafrom their final starts of the season Tuesday, a decision thatlikely means Detroit's Justin Verlander will win the AL's pitchingtriple crown.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers-Angels Preview 2011-09-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-angels-preview-2011-09-28.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2011 02:34:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Texas Rangers are on a tear and looking to surge into theplayoffs with their best regular-season record ever.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oakland A's deliver blow to Los Angeles Angels with rally in ninth]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/oakland-a-s-deliver-blow-to-los-angeles-angels-with-rally-in-ninth.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:26:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM -- When there is nothing left to play for, professionalpride takes over. That was the earmark of the A's performance inSunday's series finale against the Los Angeles Angels . The A's tallied four runs in the ninth inning for a 6-5 victoryover the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The comforts of home | DOWN THE STRETCH | BREWERS 9, MARLINS 5;Good to the last out Brewers]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/the-comforts-of-home-|-down-the-stretch-|-brewers-9-marlins-5-good-to-the-last-out-brewers.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 18:24:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There is nothing more demoralizing to a team than to squanderleads in the late innings, particularly if it becomes a pattern."To be consistent, you can't lose games in the eighth and ninthinnings," said Milwaukee Brewers manager Ron Roenicke. "Itcrushes y]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers 4, Angels 3 2011-09-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-4-angels-3-2011-09-27.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 06:20:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Texas Rangers had already knocked the Los Angeles Angelsdown with nearly six months of superior play, so they betrayed noparticular excitement about finally knocking out their biggestdivision rivals.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-27.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 04:16:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--1B Mark Trumbo (stress fracture his right foot) left the Sept. 24 and Sept. 25 game. He was diagnosed with the stress fracture Sept. 26, and he was shut down for the season. He will have six weeks of limited activity, and it is believed th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-27.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 04:16:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Angels had hoped to send rookie 1B Mark Trumbo to winter ball this offseason to have him gain some experience at third base. The team could have a logjam of seven players for five positions (first base, designated hitterand the three outfield spots)]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-27.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 04:16:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Trumbo's season is over.The rookie first baseman had his right foot examined Monday, and tests revealed a stress fracture of the navicular bone on the top of the foot. Trumbo said he had been playing with discomfort in the foot for a month or more bu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers-Angels Preview 2011-09-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-angels-preview-2011-09-27.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 03:02:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adrian Beltre and the Texas Rangers are trying to maintain theirmomentum ahead of the playoffs later this week.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-09-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-09-27.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:26:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL standings 2011-09-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/al-standings-2011-09-27.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:26:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AL standings East W L Pct GB x-New York 96 61 .611 ? Boston 88 69 .561 8 Tampa Bay 87 71 .551 9 1/2 Toronto 80 78 .506 16 1/2 Baltimore 67 91 .424 29 1/2 Central W L Pct GB x-Detroit 91 67 .576 ? Cleveland 80 78 .506 11]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox win in 14th, stay 1 up on Rays]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/red-sox-win-in-14th-stay-1-up-on-rays.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:26:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK (AP) The Red Sox salvaged their AL wild-card leadSunday when Jacoby Ellsbury hit a two-out, three-run homer in the14th inning of the nightcap of a day-night doubleheader, liftingBoston over the New York Yankees 7-4. The Red Sox rallied from 3-0 d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays pick the one-game option in three-way tie scenario]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rays-pick-the-one-game-option-in-three-way-tie-scenario.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:26:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As expected, the Rays took the option of playing justone game - albeit on the road - if they end up in a three-way tiewith the Red Sox and Angels for the AL wild-card.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers-Angels Preview 2011-09-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-angels-preview-2011-09-26.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2011 05:50:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels need several things to go their way tomake the playoffs. The Texas Rangers are simply trying to improvetheir postseason position.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Athletics 6, Angels 5]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/athletics-6-angels-5.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2011 03:50:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Oakland Athletics sent the Los Angeles Angels to a defeatthat may last with them - and closer Jordan Walden - for a longtime.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Athletics 6, Angels 5 2011-09-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/athletics-6-angels-5-2011-09-26.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2011 03:48:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jordan Walden literally had the game in his grasp in the ninthinning.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-26.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2011 03:13:02 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--1B Mark Trumbo (sore right ankle) left the Sept. 24 game. He was in the starting lineup Sept. 25 but struck out in all three at-bats before he was removed from the game after the sixth inning. He will have the ankle examined on Sept. 26 wi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-26.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2011 03:12:58 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Downs gave up a run in the eighth inning of Sunday's 6-5 loss to the A's. It was the first run charged to Downs at home this season. He had made 27 appearances (25 innings) at home without giving up a run and was bidding to become the first pl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-26.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2011 03:12:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For the first few months of this season, outfielder Torii Hunter was one of the players dragging the Angels down. He and fellow veterans Bobby Abreu and Vernon Wells were underperforming and the team's offense suffered as a result.But now Hunter is one of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's fall to Angels with the same old players]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/a-s-fall-to-angels-with-the-same-old-players.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2011 00:24:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM This season has long been done for the A's, as far asany post-season play was concerned. But as far as planning aheadtoward 2012, manager Bob Melvin is not planning any specialauditions, as this dreadful season grinds to a close. That was apparent]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Not done yet' | Roenicke can celebrate if only for a while]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/-not-done-yet-|-roenicke-can-celebrate-if-only-for-a-while.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Sep 2011 18:22:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ron Roenicke has steadfastly refused to talk about magic numbersor playoff possibilities. But now that the Milwaukee Brewers' number has counted down tozero, the first-year manager is free at last. Roenicke was in the middle of the Brewers' champagne-fill]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-09-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-09-25.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Sep 2011 18:22:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guillermo Moscoso, Oakland A's fall to Los Angeles Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/guillermo-moscoso-oakland-a-s-fall-to-los-angeles-angels.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Sep 2011 12:26:58 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM -- This season has long been over for the A's, as far asthe postseason is concerned. But when it comes to planning for 2012, manager Bob Melvin isnot scheduling any special auditions as this dreadful season grindsto a close. That was apparent Satu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Athletics-Angels Preview 2011-09-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/athletics-angels-preview-2011-09-25.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Sep 2011 06:54:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Los Angeles is still in the mix for a playoff berth, althoughtime may be about to run out on the Angels.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 4, Athletics 2 2011-09-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-4-athletics-2-2011-09-25.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Sep 2011 05:30:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Torii Hunter is trying to singlehandedly lead the Los AngelesAngels to a playoff berth. They still have to jump ahead of twoteams to get there, though.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Questions with Bob Sansevere: Denard Span 2011-09-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/questions-with-bob-sansevere-denard-span-2011-09-25.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Sep 2011 04:25:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Denard Span woke up Thursday morning with a clear head. Thathasn't been the case many mornings since the Twins outfielder suffered aconcussion June 3 in a home plate collision. There have been dayswhen he experienced migraines or dizziness. After playing ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL standings 2011-09-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/al-standings-2011-09-25.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Sep 2011 00:25:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AL standings East W L Pct GB x-New York 95 61 .609 ? Boston 88 68 .564 7 Tampa Bay 86 71 .548 9 1/2 Toronto 80 77 .510 15 1/2 Baltimore 66 91 .420 29 1/2 Central W L Pct GB x-Detroit 91 66 .580 ? Cleveland 78 78 .500 12 1/2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wild card race: What's left?]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/wild-card-race-what-s-left.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2011 23:03:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What's left for teams contending for final wild-card spots?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wild card races: What's left?]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/wild-card-races-what-s-left.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2011 23:03:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What's left for teams contending for final wild-card spots?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball's biggest disappointments]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/baseball-s-biggest-disappointments.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2011 17:21:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rockies top list of baseball's biggest disappointments.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fall guys;Nightmare Sox blow a 4-1 lead]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/fall-guys-nightmare-sox-blow-a-4-1-lead.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2011 12:23:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Watching the Red Sox fade into baseball oblivion thismonth has not been mind-boggling, it has been mind-altering. It'slike walking down the street and seeing a man 12 feet tall get outof a car, or checking the thermometer at noon and finding out thetemper]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weeks, Gonzalez help end race in the West]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/weeks-gonzalez-help-end-race-in-the-west.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2011 06:24:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jemile Weeks supplied the power for a second game in a row, andGio Gonzalez added superb work on the mound into the eighth inningFriday to fuel Oakland's 3-1 victory and knock the Angels out of contention in the ALWest.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-24.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2011 05:43:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Dan Haren (bruised left wrist) left the Sept. 21. He is expected to be ready for his Sept. 26 start.--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10, and he was transferred ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-24.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2011 05:43:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Torii Hunter hit a solo home run in the seventh inning Friday for the Angels' only run in a 3-1 loss to the A's. It was Hunter's 22nd home run of the season. The Angels are 14-5 in games when Hunter hits a home run.--1B Mark Trumbo had two of the Ang]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Questions with Bob Sansevere: Denard Span]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/questions-with-bob-sansevere-denard-span.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2011 04:26:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Denard Span woke up Thursday morning with a clear head. Thathasn't been the case many mornings since the Twins outfielder suffered aconcussion June 3 in a home plate collision. There have been dayswhen he experienced migraines or dizziness. After playing ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers get help to win 2nd straight AL West title]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-get-help-to-win-2nd-straight-al-west-title.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2011 04:10:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Elvis Andrus took off on a home run trot and Texas Rangers fanscheered as he mimicked what was going on in a game 1,400 milesaway.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers capture AL West title again]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-capture-al-west-title-again.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2011 03:00:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Texas Rangers are AL West champions again.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Athletics 3, Angels 1 2011-09-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/athletics-3-angels-1-2011-09-24.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2011 02:32:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The AL West used to be dominated by the Oakland Athletics andLos Angeles Angels, who combined to win nine division titles from2000 through 2009. Now it's the Texas Rangers who are having allthe fun.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-09-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-09-24.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2011 02:32:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Athletics-Angels Preview 2011-09-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/athletics-angels-preview-2011-09-24.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2011 02:30:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels' slim hopes of winning the AL West arenow gone.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL standings 2011-09-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/al-standings-2011-09-24.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2011 00:26:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AL standings East W L Pct GB x-New York 95 61 .609 ? Boston 88 68 .564 7 Tampa Bay 86 70 .551 9 Toronto 79 77 .506 16 Baltimore 66 90 .423 29 Central W L Pct GB x-Detroit 90 66 .577 ? Cleveland 77 78 .497 12 1/2 WHITE SOX 76 80 .487 14 Kansas City 68 88 .]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin adds fuel to rivalry;'I hate the Red Sox,' says Yankees catcher]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/martin-adds-fuel-to-rivalry--i-hate-the-red-sox--says-yankees-catcher.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2011 00:26:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Russell Martin has become a fan favorite in his first seasonwith the Yankees . He might be even more ofone after what he said Thursday night: "I hate the Red Sox."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CATCHER DOESN'T HIDE HIS HATE]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/catcher-doesn-t-hide-his-hate.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 18:24:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Just because the Yankees have already clinched the ALEast title doesn't mean their rivalry with the Red Sox will bemissing something when Boston comes to towntonight for the start ofa threegame series. Russell Martin made sure of that. With the Red Sox in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 KEY ISSUES - AS THE PLAYOFFS APPROACH, YANKEES BEAT WRITER GEORGE A. KING III ASKS - AND ANSWERS]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/10-key-issues-as-the-playoffs-approach-yankees-beat-writer-george-a-king-iii-asks-and-answers.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 18:24:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[1. What is the rotation behind CC Sabathia? Sabathia will pitch Game 1 and then likely Game 4 on short rest.Who falls in behind him? Ivan Nova, a 16-game winner, will make a start but which one? IfNova pitches Game 2 and the Yankees use Sabathia for Game ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-23.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 08:26:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Dan Haren (bruised left wrist) left the Sept. 21. He is expected to be ready for his Sept. 26 start.--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10, and he was transferred ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-23.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 08:26:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Garrett Richards gave up a solo home run to Jays 3B Edwin Encarnacion in the 12th inning of Thursday's loss in Toronto. It was the Angels' 13th extra-inning loss this season and their 29th one-run defeat (third in the American League behind the Roya]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-23.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 08:26:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels are tied to left fielder Vernon Wells for another three seasons at $21 million per year, so manager Mike Scioscia obviously has to believe in him."I think he's going to be more productive next year, for sure," Scioscia said of Wells this week.A]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pressure's on in baseball's final week]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/pressure-s-on-in-baseball-s-final-week.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 04:49:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One week. Two tense wild-card races. Pressure's on.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walk-off homer in 12th dooms Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/walk-off-homer-in-12th-dooms-angels.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 03:06:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Edwin Encarnacion hit a game-ending home run in the 12th inningand the Toronto Blue Jays beat Los Angeles 4-3 on Thursday night,dealing the Angels another blow in their chase for a playoffberth.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Athletics-Angels Preview 2011-09-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/athletics-angels-preview-2011-09-23.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 00:58:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the Los Angeles Angels are still entertaining hopes ofretuning to the postseason after a one-year absence, then they'llneed to notch some wins against an AL West rival that's beenreduced to a spoiler's role.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blue Jays 4, Angels 3(12)]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/blue-jays-4-angels-3-12.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 00:42:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Edwin Encarnacion channeled his inner Carlton Fisk and crushed agame-winning homer for the Toronto Blue Jays.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-09-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-09-23.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 00:42:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays' greatest hope? The Red Sox]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rays-greatest-hope-the-red-sox.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 07:17:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As bad as Rays are playing, they still have a shot at the wildcard.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-22.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 03:56:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Dan Haren (bruised left wrist) left the Sept. 21. He is expected to be ready for his Sept. 26 start.--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10, and he was transferred ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-22.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 03:56:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Dan Haren went eight innings to get the win Wednesday and match his career high with 16 victories. However, he left the game after taking a line shot off his left wrist on the last play of the eighth. A fluoroscan came out normal, and Haren appeared]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-22.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 03:56:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels center fielder Peter Bourjos had pretty modest goals at the start of this season."I wanted to hit well enough to contribute. I didn't do that last year," Bourjos said, tossing out .250 as a modest target. He batted just .204 in a 51-game major leag]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles-Tigers Preview]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/orioles-tigers-preview.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 01:48:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Detroit Tigers will spend the final week of the regularseason doing some fine-tuning ahead of their first playoffappearance since 2006.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutingBaseball Live Chat: 9/22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scoutingbaseball-live-chat-9/22.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 00:33:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Blue Jays Preview 2011-09-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-blue-jays-preview-2011-09-22.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 00:16:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels hope their bats are heating up in timefor them to make one final push for a postseason berth.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-21.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2011 04:46:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Mike Trout (sore left leg) was hurt Sept. 17. He didn't play Sept. 18-19, but he was back in the lineup Sept. 20.--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10, and he was ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-21.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2011 04:46:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Mark Trumbo went 2-for-5 Tuesday, hitting his 29th home run of the season and driving in four runs. He needs two more homers to match Tim Salmon's franchise record for rookies. Trumbo leads the Angels in home runs (29) and RBI (87). No rookie has eve]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-21.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2011 04:46:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The season threatens to end with the Angels close to the Rangers in the standings, but not close enough.That would be an apt finish for a year that has been filled with games in which the Angels were close but couldn't pull out wins. 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Byseason's end, he could replace his former hero in the Angels'rookie record book.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-09-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-09-21.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2011 03:42:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-20.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2011 04:34:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Mike Trout (sore left leg) was hurt Sept. 17. He didn't play Sept. 18-19, but he is expected to start Sept. 20.--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10, and he was tr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-20.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2011 04:34:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Erick Aybar was selected AL co-Player of the Week along with Tigers RHP Justin Verlander for the week that ended with Aybar's career day in Baltimore on Sunday. Aybar was 10-for-22 (.454) last week with four doubles, three home runs, five RBI and eig]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-20.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2011 04:34:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mathematically, the Angels have not been eliminated from the playoff picture yet. But realistically, they're doing a pretty good job of knocking themselves out of it.Errors led to all the Blue Jays' runs Monday -- including the game-winner in the 10th inn]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blue Jays 3, Angels 2(10) 2011-09-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/blue-jays-3-angels-2-10-2011-09-20.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2011 03:32:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After two costly mistakes, the Los Angeles Angels needed aperfect play to save the game. For once, their typically sparklingdefense wasn't up to the task.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Blue Jays Preview 2011-09-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-blue-jays-preview-2011-09-20.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2011 00:28:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A postseason appearance is looking increasingly unlikely, butthe Los Angeles Angels still have their top-line starters ready fornext week's season-ending series against the AL West leaders.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blue Jays 3, Angels 2(10)]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/blue-jays-3-angels-2-10.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2011 00:26:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ricky Romero is ending his season on a serious roll.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles, Hunter slow Angels' playoff push]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/orioles-hunter-slow-angels-playoff-push.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2011 18:25:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BALTIMORE (AP) - The Los Angeles Angels' playoff push was slowedwhen Tommy Hunter pitched seven shutout innings for the Baltimore Orioles in an 8-3 victory lastnight.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-19]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-19.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2011 03:29:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Mike Trout (left leg) suffered the injury Sept. 17. He was available on Sept. 18 but did not play.--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10, and he was transferred to ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-19]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-19.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2011 03:29:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHPs Jered Weaver (227 1/3 IP), Dan Haren (222 1/3 IP) and Ervin Santana (222 2/3 IP) have each topped 220 innings this season and are each within reach of setting career highs. The Angels have not had three pitchers top 220 innings in the same season s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-19]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-19.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2011 03:29:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels shortstop Erick Aybar had a career year in 2009 -- he had a career day on Sunday in Baltimore.Aybar was 4-for-4 with two doubles, two home runs, four RBI and five runs scored as the Angels routed the Orioles, 11-2. It was the first multi-homer game]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 11, Orioles 2]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-11-orioles-2.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Sep 2011 21:58:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Erick Aybar enjoyed the finest day of his career at a time whenthe Los Angeles Angels needed him the most.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Blue Jays Preview 2011-09-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-blue-jays-preview-2011-09-18.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Sep 2011 18:56:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels will be facing a tough assignment in thefirst game of their final road series.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reynolds: Santana 'intentionally' hit him in head]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/reynolds-santana--intentionally-hit-him-in-head.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Sep 2011 17:30:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Orioles slugger Mark Reynolds says Los Angeles Angels pitcherErvin Santana intentionally threw a fastball at him on Saturdaynight, and the first baseman felt fortunate to have avoided seriousinjury after being struck in the helmet by the pitch.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maddon knows what he has in Moore]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/maddon-knows-what-he-has-in-moore.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Sep 2011 06:03:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trusting rookie in must-win game shows Rays manager's wisdom.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 6, Angels 2 2011-09-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/orioles-6-angels-2-2011-09-18.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Sep 2011 02:52:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels haven't reached panic mode - yet.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-09-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-09-18.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Sep 2011 02:52:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL standings 2011-09-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/al-standings-2011-09-18.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Sep 2011 00:25:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AL standings East W L Pct GB New York 90 59 .604 ? Boston 87 63 .580 3 1/2 Tampa Bay 83 67 .553 7 1/2 Toronto 76 74 .507 14 1/2 Baltimore 61 88 .409 29 Central W L Pct GB x-Detroit 88 63 .583 ? Cleveland 73 75 .493 13 1/2 WHITE SOX 73 77 .487 14 1/2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 6, Angels 2]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/orioles-6-angels-2.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Sep 2011 23:00:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Baltimore Orioles have proven adept at winning meaningfulgames in September, much to the dismay of the playoff contendersthey've been beating.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pennant races could look different next year]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/pennant-races-could-look-different-next-year.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Sep 2011 19:00:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johnny Damon realizes the wild-card races are about to getwilder.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 8, Angels 3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/orioles-8-angels-3.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Sep 2011 04:56:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Knowing that every loss puts their playoff hopes in furtherjeopardy, the Los Angeles Angels played a clunker of a game againstthe last-place Baltimore Orioles.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-17.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Sep 2011 03:32:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10, and he was transferred to the 60-day DL on Aug. 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-17.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Sep 2011 03:32:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Dan Haren was knocked out of the game in the sixth inning Friday, allowing seven runs (six earned) on seven hits and two walks in five-plus innings. Haren has had only two shorter starts since June, both against the Rangers (4 1/3 innings each). Bef]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-17.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Sep 2011 03:32:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Going into Friday's games, the Angels trailed the Rangers by 3 1/2 games in the AL West with 13 left to play.No American League team has ever come back from a 3 1/2-game deficit (or more) in the final 13 games to win its division (or league) title. But fi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Orioles Preview 2011-09-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-orioles-preview-2011-09-17.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Sep 2011 00:02:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels were hoping to continue capitalizing onmatchups with the last-place Baltimore Orioles.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rodriguez 'not lying,' 'not happy' | Reliever disappointed with role]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rodriguez--not-lying---not-happy-|-reliever-disappointed-with-role.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 18:28:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, reliever Francisco Rodriguez told a nationalbaseball columnist that he wasn't happy with the lack of saveopportunities he's had since the Milwaukee Brewers traded for him in July. When asked about his comments a day later, Rodriguez didn't bac]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 9, Red sox 2;Sox' once healthy 9-game lead in wild card race has dwindled to only]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rays-9-red-sox-2-sox-once-healthy-9-game-lead-in-wild-card-race-has-dwindled-to-only.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 18:28:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BOSTON As the first base coach of the 1995 CaliforniaAngels, Joe Maddon got a taste of how far and how fast a good teamcan fall. In mid August the Angels held an 11 1/2-game leadover the Seattle Mariners for the AL wild card berth. 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So far, that arrangement has been Axford gets all the saveopport]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oakland A's defense shows off the good, bad and ugly in loss to Los Angeles Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/oakland-a-s-defense-shows-off-the-good-bad-and-ugly-in-loss-to-los-angeles-angels.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 04:26:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Fans got a full sampling Wednesday of all the A's defense canoffer. Highlight plays were turned in all over the infield early in thegame. Then the comic relief arrived in the eighth inning, as theA's committed back-to-back errors in the Los Angeles Angels]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-16.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 01:24:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10, and he was transferred to the 60-day DL on Aug. 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-16.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 01:24:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Bobby Cassevah has held opposing batters to a .172 batting average over his last eight appearances through Thursday, with eight strikeouts and two walks in nine innings.--RHP Jered Weaver held the A's to one run in seven innings Wednesday. It was th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-16.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 01:24:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels manager Mike Scioscia did not hide his strong opinions about baseball's scheduling during his team's post-season run in 2009. That led to his inclusion on Commissioner Bud Selig's special committee for on-field matters.The post-season schedule has ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The MLB Report / Scores and fast facts 2011-09-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/the-mlb-report-/-scores-and-fast-facts-2011-09-16.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:26:02 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[>American League Detroit 6, Chicago White Sox 5 (10): Carlos Guillen singled homethe go-ahead run in the 10th inning and the Tigers extended theirlongest winning streak in 77 years, rallying for their 12thstraight victory. Kansas City 7, Minnesota 3: The ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oakland A's, O.co Coliseum crowd produce little noise in loss to Los Angeles Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/oakland-a-s-o-co-coliseum-crowd-produce-little-noise-in-loss-to-los-angeles-angels.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:25:43 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A typically tiny crowd made it a quiet Tuesday night at O.coColiseum, and the A's appeared in no mood to disturb thetranquility. A 6-3 defeat to the Los Angeles Angels was characterized by ralliesthat began with promise for Oakland only to be quicklyextin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's can't hang with Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/a-s-can-t-hang-with-angels.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:25:35 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Fans got a full sampling Wednesday of all the A's defense canoffer. Highlight plays were turned in all over the infield early in thegame. Then the comic relief arrived in the eighth inning, as theA's committed back-to-back errors in the Los Angeles Angels]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Orioles Preview 2011-09-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-orioles-preview-2011-09-15.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2011 23:46:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels are figuring out the most effective useof their rotation to close the gap in the AL West.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers need to get out of 'me' market]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/brewers-need-to-get-out-of--me-market.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2011 17:29:41 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brewers need to ignore distractions, instead focus on playoff run.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-09-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-09-15.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2011 17:29:41 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mark Trumbo, Rookie of the Year?]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mark-trumbo-rookie-of-the-year.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2011 14:31:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-15.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2011 04:14:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10, and he was transferred to the 60-day DL on Aug. 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-15.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2011 04:14:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jered Weaver held the A's to one run on six hits in seven innings Wednesday for his career-high 17th victory. It was also the 17th time in 31 starts this season that Weaver has allowed one earned run or none.--Weaver threw 115 pitches Wednesday and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-15.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2011 04:14:01 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels manager Mike Scioscia has been fielding questions about first baseman Mark Trumbo's Rookie of the Year candidacy for a while now and has always voiced his support -- often with an accompanying tip toward rookie closer Jordan Walden.But Scioscia upp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[K-Rod unhappy with role on Brewers]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/k-rod-unhappy-with-role-on-brewers.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:58:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Francisco Rodriguez is unhappy with his role on the first-placeMilwaukee Brewers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Josh Willingham drives in four runs as Oakland A's knock off Los Angeles Angels 6-3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/josh-willingham-drives-in-four-runs-as-oakland-a-s-knock-off-los-angeles-angels-6-3.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:26:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left fielder Josh Willingham and first baseman Brandon Allenboth could factor heavily into the A's fortunes next season. One continued raking Monday night and the other continuedstruggling, and both were noteworthy developments in the A's 6-3victory over ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Willingham homer is all A's can muster]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/willingham-homer-is-all-a-s-can-muster.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:26:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The A's got an early home run from Josh Willingham and then wentsilent in a 4-1 defeat to the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kendrick's 2 HRs carry Angels over A's]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/kendrick-s-2-hrs-carry-angels-over-a-s.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:26:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A typically tiny crowd made it a quiet night at O.co Coliseum onTuesday, and the A's appeared in no mood to disturb thetranquility. A 6-3 defeat to the Los Angeles Angels was characterized by ralliesthat began with promise for Oakland only to be quicklyex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 6, Athletics 3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-6-athletics-3.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2011 06:24:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Erick Aybar's defense, speed and quick decision-making gave theAngels a rare late lead at the Oakland Coliseum. Howie Kendrick'spower made it stand up.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Athletics Preview 2011-09-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-athletics-preview-2011-09-14.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2011 02:52:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The next two weeks will determine if the Los Angeles Angels canclose the gap in the AL West race and return to the postseason.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Willingham homers in A's win over Halos]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/willingham-homers-in-a-s-win-over-halos.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:28:33 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left fielder Josh Willingham and first baseman Brandon Allenboth could factor heavily into the A's fortunes next season. One continued raking Monday night and the other continuedstruggling, and both were noteworthy developments in the A's 6-3victory over ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BURNETT OUT OF PLAY IN PEN]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/burnett-out-of-play-in-pen.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 18:25:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[YANKEES NOTES ANAHEIM, Calif. - If the Yankees need bullpen help todayagainst the Angels, it won't come from A.J. Burnett. In preparation for a start Tuesday in Seattle, Burnett wentthrough a full in-between start bullpen yesterday afternoon, so heisn't a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[EVERYBODY HURTS; INJURED BOMBERS STARTING TO PILE UP]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/everybody-hurts-injured-bombers-starting-to-pile-up.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 18:25:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM - Francisco Cervelli is going to New York to haveconcussion tests and nobody knows when he will be available. Russell Martin left last night's game with a bruised right thumbthat didn't allow him to feel the ball while throwing. X-rays werenegativ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ANGELS & DEMONS; BATTERED YANKS' BATS SILENT IN DEFEAT]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-demons-battered-yanks-bats-silent-in-defeat.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 18:24:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels 6 Yankees 0 T-> ANAHEIM, Calif. - The Yankees have experienced worsenights than last evening, but that doesn't mean it didn't hurt. Prior to a 6-0 loss to the Angels at Angel Stadium in front of42,774, manager Joe Girardi announced Alex Rodriguez w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-09-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-09-13.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 18:24:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-13.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 08:09:58 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10, and he was transferred to the 60-day DL on Aug. 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-13.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 08:09:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Joel Pineiro allowed five runs in three innings Monday and is now 0-3 with a 10.80 ERA (20 earned runs in 16 2/3 innings) against the A's this season. Pineiro is winless in his past six road starts with a 10.50 ERA.--LF Vernon Wells started at desig]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-13.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 08:09:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The back end of the Angels' rotation continues to be a problem.They thought they might have it solved last week with the resurrection of Jerome Williams and the best start in two months by Joel Pineiro. Williams remains a bright spot, but Pineiro regresse]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Athletics 6, Angels 3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/athletics-6-angels-3.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 06:08:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Maybe it's the sparse crowd. Maybe it's the cool Bay Areaweather. Or maybe there's something about the spacious confines atthe Coliseum.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's chase Pineiro early again, beat Angels 6-3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/a-s-chase-pineiro-early-again-beat-angels-6-3.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 06:04:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Maybe it's the sparse crowd. Maybe it's the cool Bay Areaweather. Or maybe there's something about the spacious confines atthe Coliseum.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Athletics Preview 2011-09-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-athletics-preview-2011-09-13.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 03:42:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels' struggles against the Oakland Athleticscould keep them from making a late push in the AL West race.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's eliminated from playoff race with loss]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/a-s-eliminated-from-playoff-race-with-loss.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:29:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) The math made it certain Sunday: TheOakland Athletics have missed the playoffs for a fifth straightseason. The A's were eliminated from postseason contention with an 8-1loss to the AL West-leading Texas Rangers. Oakland manager Bob M]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MiLB Scouting Video: Jett Bandy]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/milb-scouting-video-jett-bandy.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 21:33:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[THROWN AWAY - JETER ERROR HELPS WASTE COLON GEM AS YANKS LOSE 3RD STRAIGHT]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/thrown-away-jeter-error-helps-waste-colon-gem-as-yanks-lose-3rd-straight.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 18:28:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels 2 - Yankees 1 ANAHEIM, Calif. - Derek Jeter didn't have to move far from themirror to know where the blame for last night's loss to the Angelsbelonged. "You can't give teams extra outs," Jeter said. "I gave them anextra out by throwing the ball awa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-12.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 03:42:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10, and he was transferred to the 60-day DL on Aug. 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-12.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 03:42:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--DH Bobby Abreu was 1-for-3 with a single and a walk Sunday. He also stole two bases, giving him 20 this season for the 13th consecutive season. That is the longest active streak of 20-steal seasons and the longest since Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson we]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-12.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 03:42:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No one in the Angels' locker room -- or many of the visiting locker rooms during their season -- would argue with rookie first baseman Mark Trumbo."In my mind, he's the best center fielder in baseball," Trumbo said of Angels outfielder Peter Bourjos.But i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montero, Romine catch Yankees' win]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/montero-romine-catch-yankees-win.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 01:32:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One day after Jorge Posada caught his first game of the seasonin an emergency situation, two New York Yankees catchers made theirfirst major league appearances behind home plate on Sunday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oakland A's fall 8-1 to Texas Rangers]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/oakland-a-s-fall-8-1-to-texas-rangers.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:26:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ARLINGTON, Texas -- The A's officially will play the role ofspoiler when their three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels starts on Monday night. If they want to have their say in a tight American League Westrace between Texas and Oakland, they'll h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Athletics Preview 2011-09-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-athletics-preview-2011-09-12.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:18:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels' modest .500 record against AL Westrivals is one reason why they're playing catch-up with 16 gamesleft in the season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees go deep to edge Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/yankees-go-deep-to-edge-angels.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2011 19:06:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Robinson Cano and Curtis Granderson homered, New York scored twokey runs when Peter Bourjos dropped a fly ball in the seventhinning, and the Yankees beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-5 Sunday tosnap a four-game skid.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yanks' Posada catches for 1st time this season]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/yanks-posada-catches-for-1st-time-this-season.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2011 03:12:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Five-time All-Star catcher Jorge Posada went behind the platefor the first time since the final game of last season after NewYork Yankees starter Russell Martin was injured Saturday nightagainst the Los Angeles Angels.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees-Angels Preview 2011-09-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/yankees-angels-preview-2011-09-11.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2011 01:58:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia set his startingrotation so his top three pitchers would face the high-powered NewYork Yankees.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL standings 2011-09-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/al-standings-2011-09-11.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2011 00:26:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AL standings East W L Pct GB New York 87 56 .608 &#226;&#128;&#148; Boston 85 59 .590 2 1/2 Tampa Bay 79 64 .552 8 Toronto 72 73 .497 16 Baltimore 58 85 .406 29 Central W L Pct GB Detroit 82 62 .569 &#226;&#128;&#148; WHITE SOX 72 71 .503 9 1/2 Cleveland ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels deny Sabathia win No. 20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-deny-sabathia-win-no-20.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2011 00:10:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dan Haren pitched a four-hitter for his fifth career shutout andretired 18 straight batters as the Los Angeles Angels climbedwithin 1-1/2 games of the AL West lead with a 6-0 victory over CCSabathia and the New York Yankees on Saturday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should the Brewers even want to re-sign Fielder? | PREPS ALCOVE By JR RADCLIFFE]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/should-the-brewers-even-want-to-re-sign-fielder-|-preps-alcove-by-jr-radcliffe.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Sep 2011 18:23:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Maybe he'll take a "hometown discount." Maybe he'll shun theadvice of notorious agent Scott Boras and sign an extension beforefree agency, the way another Boras client did earlier this year(Los Angeles Angels pitcher Jered Weaver). Maybe he won't be ablet]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-10.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Sep 2011 08:25:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10, and he was transferred to the 60-day DL on Aug. 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-10.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Sep 2011 08:25:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jered Weaver bounced back from two poor starts to hold the Yankees to one run on three hits in eight innings while striking out 11 Friday. He did not get the win when the Angels rallied in the ninth. Weaver has a 1.17 ERA (seven runs in 53 2/3 innin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-10.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Sep 2011 08:25:41 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[At all of 5-foot-8 and 175 pounds, Angels infielder Maicer Izturis has a knack for coming up big in key situations."I wouldn't want to pitch to him (in a clutch situation)," Angels rookie first baseman Mark Trumbo said after Izturis came through again Fri]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees' Nick Swisher sits out with elbow pain]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/yankees-nick-swisher-sits-out-with-elbow-pain.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Sep 2011 06:10:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nick Swisher sat out of the New York Yankees' lineup on Fridaynight with pain in his left elbow.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 2, Yankees 1]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-2-yankees-1.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Sep 2011 06:02:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although Jered Weaver left the New York Yankees in awe aftereight shutdown innings, he didn't leave the mound with avictory.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-09-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-09-10.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Sep 2011 06:02:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees-Angels Preview 2011-09-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/yankees-angels-preview-2011-09-10.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Sep 2011 02:28:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Yankees haven't lost four straight games sincemid-May, but they'll have the right man on the mound to help avoidit from happening again.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MiLB Scouting Video: Drew Martinez]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/milb-scouting-video-drew-martinez.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Sep 2011 00:31:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[YANKS' PEN LEAKS; SORIANO FAILS TO TO HOLD LEAD IN BOMBERS' LOSS]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/yanks-pen-leaks-soriano-fails-to-to-hold-lead-in-bombers-loss.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 18:26:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[10 INNINGS / BOX: P. 82 Orioles 5 Yankees 4 BALTIMORE - The Yankees' bullpen is starting to showcracks. The Yankees blew a three-run lead andfell 5-4 in 10 innings to the Orioles yesterday at Camden Yards.Rafael Soriano flushed a one-run lead in the eight]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hellickson dominates]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/hellickson-dominates.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 12:28:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rays righty makes case for AL Rookieof the Year, limiting O's to four hits BY ANWAR S. RICHARDSON The Tampa Tribune ST. PETERSBURG -- Tampa Bay Rays manager Joe Maddon knows thereare a lot of good choices for American League rookie of theyear. Los Angeles]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-09]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-09.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 04:10:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10, and he was transferred to the 60-day DL on Aug. 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-09]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-09.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 04:10:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Angels host the Yankees for a weekend series in Anaheim. The Angels have beaten the Yankees in 21 of their last 31 meetings in Anaheim, but they are 4-13 in their past 17 games in New York, including the 2009 AL Championship Series. The Yankees have]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-09]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-09.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 04:10:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Jerome Williams' return from baseball's scrap heap has become the Angels' feel-good story of the season.With a one-hit, eight-inning performance against the Mariners Wednesday night, Williams is 3-0 with a 2.45 ERA in three starts since his p]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hometown kid Trumbo leads Angels' playoff push]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/hometown-kid-trumbo-leads-angels-playoff-push.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 00:16:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[(Eds: Updates with quotes, details. With AP Photos.) By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer Mark Trumbo knows more about the Los Angeles Angels than his teammates. He grew up 10 minutes from Angel Stadium, rooting for the club through every name change and logo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees-Angels Preview 2011-09-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/yankees-angels-preview-2011-09-08.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2011 18:48:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jered Weaver's three worst starts of the season have come in hislast five, but he's never lost at home to the New York Yankees.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Williams sharp again for charging Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/williams-sharp-again-for-charging-angels.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2011 05:18:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Maicer Izturis hit a go-ahead, two-run double in the eighth inning, helping the Angels beat the Mariners 3-1 on Wednesday night and trim the Rangers' AL West lead to 2-1/2 games.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-08.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2011 03:40:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10, and he was transferred to the 60-day DL on Aug. 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-08.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2011 03:40:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jerome Williams allowed just one hit in eight innings Wednesday against Seattle, and he got the victory when the Angels rallied in the eighth inning for a 3-1 win. The eight innings are the most Williams has pitched in a major league game since he w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-08.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2011 03:40:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels rookie outfielder Mike Trout has been traveling in fast company.When he reached the majors in July, he was the youngest player in the big leagues. When he hit his first home run on July 24 in Baltimore, he became the first teenager to homer in the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[DON'T STOP BELIEVING IN FIELDER DEAL]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/don-t-stop-believing-in-fielder-deal.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2011 06:27:02 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[He could take less money and follow the lead of Angels ace JeredWeaver. First impressions, second thoughts and the third degree: It's no longer far-fetched for me to think that first basemanPrince Fielder will re-sign with the Brewers . Who knows if he ac]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners 2, Angels 1 2011-09-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mariners-2-angels-1-2011-09-07.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2011 05:56:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although Felix Hernandez could have talked his way back out forthe ninth inning of his second win in a week over the Angels,Seattle's ace couldn't lie to his manager.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-07.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2011 03:14:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10, and he was transferred to the 60-day DL on Aug. 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-07.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2011 03:14:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Erick Aybar was hitless in four at-bats Tuesday, snapping his career-high hitting streak at 15 games. Aybar also made a costly error in the game, one of four by the Angels that led to two unearned runs for the Mariners in Seattle's 2-1 win.--RHP Ervi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-07.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2011 03:14:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When the Angels and Rangers parted company nine days ago, the Rangers had just taken two of three in a series in Texas to pump their lead up to three games over the Angels in the AL West.The Angels took heart in the fact that they would play two last-plac]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The MLB Report / Scores and fast facts 2011-09-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/the-mlb-report-/-scores-and-fast-facts-2011-09-07.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:26:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[>American League Tampa Bay 8, Baltimore 1: Jeremy Hellickson threw a four-hitterfor the Rays, while the Orioles' Jeremy Guthrie (6-17) became thefirst pitcher since Kip Wells (2005 and 2007) to lose at least 17games twice during his career.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutingBaseball Live Chat: September 8th 2011-09-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scoutingbaseball-live-chat-september-8th-2011-09-06.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2011 16:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rotation Of Future, 'Pen Of Today For Halos]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rotation-of-future--pen-of-today-for-halos.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2011 13:32:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 7, Mariners 3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-7-mariners-3.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2011 05:26:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The only time Dan Haren isn't thinking about catching the TexasRangers in the AL West race is when he's pitching. And that focushas enabled the Los Angeles Angels to stay in the hunt after asluggish start to the season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-06.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2011 04:20:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--SS Maicer Izturis (right thigh contusion) left the Sept. 1 game and didn't play Sept. 2-4. He returned to the lineup Sept. 5.--RHP Garrett Richards (right groin strain) went on the 15-day disabled list Aug. 16. He began a rehab assignment ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-06.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2011 04:20:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Torii Hunter threw Seattle's Mike Carp out at third base in the first inning Monday. Carp was trying to advance on Justin Smoak's single to right. The outfield assist was Hunter's 14th of the season, tying him for second in the American League and ma]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-06.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2011 04:20:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Over the final 22 games of the regular season (beginning Monday), the Angels figure to get 15 starts from the front three in their rotation -- Jered Weaver, Dan Haren and Ervin Santana.That leaves seven starts for manager Mike Scioscia to get out of his f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners-Angels Preview 2011-09-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mariners-angels-preview-2011-09-06.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2011 01:26:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels have gained two games on AL West-leadingTexas over the past three days, surging to three straight victorieswith solid offensive efforts.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-09-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-09-06.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2011 01:26:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutingBaseball Live Chat: September 8th]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scoutingbaseball-live-chat-september-8th.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:30:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Races loosen up as September begins]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/races-loosen-up-as-september-begins.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:02:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The final month of the baseball season is upon us, and intrigueis unusually absent with the postseason looming.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Division races all but decided already]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/division-races-all-but-decided-already.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Sep 2011 16:48:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's only Labor Day and the division races are all but decided.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-05.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Sep 2011 07:53:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--SS Maicer Izturis (right thigh contusion) left the Sept. 1 game and didn't play Sept. 2-3. He is day-to-day.--RHP Garrett Richards (right groin strain) went on the 15-day disabled list Aug. 16. He began a rehab assignment with Class AA Ark]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-05.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Sep 2011 07:53:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Trevor Bell was recalled from Class AAA Salt Lake on Sunday. Bell has split the season between Class AAA and the majors, going 1-1 with a 3.38 ERA in 11 relief appearances for the Angels and 2-5 with a 6.27 ERA in 11 appearances (10 starts) in Class]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-05.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Sep 2011 07:53:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It took five months for it to finally happen -- right-hander Jered Weaver has had two poor starts in a row.Pitching on short rest in Texas last weekend, he allowed seven runs on eight hits and four walks in six innings, letting a three-run lead get away f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL standings 2011-09-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/al-standings-2011-09-05.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:27:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AL standings East W L Pct GB New York 84 53 .613 &#226;&#128;&#148; Boston 84 54 .609 1/2 Tampa Bay 75 63 .543 9 1/2 Toronto 69 70 .496 16 Baltimore 55 82 .401 29 Central W L Pct GB Detroit 77 62 .554 &#226;&#128;&#148; Cleveland 69 67 .507 6 1/2 WHITE SO]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The MLB Report / Scores and fast facts 2011-09-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/the-mlb-report-/-scores-and-fast-facts-2011-09-05.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:27:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[> American League Oakland 3, Seattle 0: Brandon McCarthy pitched a three-hitterfor his first shutout in more than two years to lead the Athletics.McCarthy matched his career high of 10 strikeouts and faced onlyfour over the minimum while beating Seattle f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners-Angels Preview 2011-09-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mariners-angels-preview-2011-09-04.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2011 23:48:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels' failure to win last week's road seriesagainst the last-place Seattle Mariners cost them an opportunity totrim their deficit in the AL West.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 4, Twins 1]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-4-twins-1.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2011 23:46:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The back end of the rotation has been a major problem thisseason for the Los Angeles Angels, so manager Mike Scioscia andpitching coach Mike Butcher are hoping Joel Pineiro's best startsare ahead of him with the club still in playoff contention.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels rotation could be key to success]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-rotation-could-be-key-to-success.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2011 15:00:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels' superior rotation could make the difference down thestretch.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins 13, Angels 5: Four bases-loaded walks propel Minnesota]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/twins-13-angels-5-four-bases-loaded-walks-propel-minnesota.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2011 12:26:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[RECAP: Eight Twins drove in at least one run, andAngels pitchers surrendered four bases-loaded walks, as Minnesotawon consecutive games for the first time since July 26-27 in frontof 37,198 Friday at Angel Stadium.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 10, Twins 6]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-10-twins-6.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2011 05:30:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jered Weaver and the Los Angeles Angels had to work to fend offthe pesky Minnesota Twins, who seem to be enjoying the spoiler rolein an injury-plagued season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-09-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-09-04.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2011 05:30:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins-Angels Preview 2011-09-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/twins-angels-preview-2011-09-04.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2011 02:32:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels managed to survive a rough outing fromtheir ace and cut their AL West deficit in the process. They'rehoping they won't have to endure a similar performance from JoelPineiro.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The MLB Report / Scores and fast facts 2011-09-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/the-mlb-report-/-scores-and-fast-facts-2011-09-04.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2011 00:25:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[>American League Texas 10, Boston 0: Derek Holland allowed two hits in seveninnings and got his usual strong support as the Rangers rolled. TheRangers' first homer came on a three-run shot by Ian Kinsler in thesecond. In the fifth, David Murphy hit a solo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins 13, Angels 5]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/twins-13-angels-5.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Sep 2011 06:32:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The end of Carl Pavano's winless drought came at the wrong timefor the Los Angeles Angels.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-03.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Sep 2011 05:03:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--SS Maicer Izturis (right thigh contusion) left the Sept. 1 game and didn't play on Sept. 2. He is day-to-day.--RHP Garrett Richards (right groin strain) went on the 15-day disabled list Aug. 16. He has been rehabbing at the Angels' complex]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-03.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Sep 2011 05:03:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Hank Conger's double in the ninth inning Friday snapped an 0-for-16 slump for him that stretched back to July 9. Conger was hitless in his last five at-bats before a mid-July demotion to Class AAA Salt Lake and was hitless in his first 13 at-bats afte]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-03.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Sep 2011 05:03:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The best thing the Angels have going for them in their effort to run down the first-place Texas Rangers is the three pitchers at the front of their rotation -- Jered Weaver, Dan Haren and Ervin Santana.Unfortunately for the Angels, they can't have one of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Elbow surgery to sideline Gibson until '13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/elbow-surgery-to-sideline-gibson-until--13.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Sep 2011 04:28:01 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif. - Kyle Gibson, the Twins' top pitching prospect, willhave his right elbow surgically reconstructed later this month, adecision that in all likelihood will keep him off the field for allof 2012.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins-Angels Preview 2011-09-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/twins-angels-preview-2011-09-03.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:58:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Due to a death in the family, Jered Weaver had to miss hisscheduled start for the opener of a nine-game homestand. The LosAngeles Angels could have used his help.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 4, Mariners 3 2011-09-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-4-mariners-3-2011-09-02.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2011 06:30:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though he couldn't find the strike zone, Ervin Santanafound a way to win.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-02.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2011 03:18:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--SS Maicer Izturis (right thigh contusion) left the Sept. 1 game. He is day-to-day.--RHP Garrett Richards (right groin strain) went on the 15-day disabled list Aug. 16. He has been rehabbing at the Angels' complex in Tempe, Ariz., in late A]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-02.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2011 03:18:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--DH Torii Hunter and 2B Howie Kendrick each hit home runs in Thursday's win. It was the first time this season the Angels' No. 3 and No. 4 hitters had both homered in the same game.--SS Maicer Izturis was hit in the right leg by a pitch in his first at-b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-02.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2011 03:18:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Holding steady 3 1/2 games behind the Rangers with 25 games to go, the Angels will adjust their rotation this weekend.Right-hander Jered Weaver will not start Friday against the Twins as expected. He left the team Thursday in order to travel to Oregon to ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins-Angels Preview 2011-09-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/twins-angels-preview-2011-09-02.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2011 03:18:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Following an unsuccessful road trip, the Los Angeles Angelswon't have Jered Weaver on the mound to help them kick off alengthy homestand with another stellar outing in Anaheim.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-09-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-09-01.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2011 08:23:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Garrett Richards (right groin strain) went on the 15-day disabled list Aug. 16. He has been rehabbing at the Angels' complex in Tempe, Ariz., in late August, and he is expected to begin a rehab assignment with Class AA Arkansas during ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-09-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-09-01.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2011 08:23:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Dan Haren left the game with a 1-0 lead in the eighth inning Wednesday but took the loss when LHP Scott Downs allowed a two-run double to the next batter. It was the 11th time this season Haren has left the game having gotten one run or no runs in s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-09-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-09-01.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2011 08:23:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rangers are leading the Angels by 3 1/2 games in the AL West standings -- and by at least four moves in the front office.While the Rangers added right-handed relievers Koji Uehara and Mike Adams before the July 31 non-waiver trade deadline, then picke]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners 2, Angels 1 2011-09-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mariners-2-angels-1-2011-09-01.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2011 05:58:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Two elements have been fairly consistent in Felix Hernandez'sstarts over the past couple seasons: He doesn't give up many runsand the Seattle Mariners don't score many for him.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Mariners Preview 2011-09-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-mariners-preview-2011-09-01.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2011 02:08:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ervin Santana's recent results on the road could give the LosAngeles Angels the confidence they need to keep from fallingfurther back in the AL West.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-31]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-31.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:35:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Garrett Richards (right groin strain) went on the 15-day disabled list Aug. 16. He has been rehabbing at the Angels' complex in Tempe, Ariz., in late August, and he is expected to begin a rehab assignment with Class AA Arkansas during ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-31]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-31.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:35:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Mike Trout is tentatively scheduled to play in the Arizona Fall League after the Angels' season ends, and he has been assigned to the same team (the Scottsdale Scorpions) as Nationals OF Bryce Harper. Trout and Harper have been the two top-ranked pro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-31]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-31.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:35:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As much as the hype built up regarding Mike Trout, he is making believers of the Angels.The youngest player in the majors, Trout (who turned 20 earlier this month) has proven to been a fast learner.Promoted in July when Peter Bourjos went on the disabled ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 13, Mariners 6]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-13-mariners-6.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Aug 2011 06:16:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Trout failed to make much of an impression when he wasfirst promoted to the Los Angeles Angels in July.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Mariners Preview 2011-08-31]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-mariners-preview-2011-08-31.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Aug 2011 02:44:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After being knocked around in his last outing, Dan Haren has agood chance to bounce back against the light-hitting SeattleMariners.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners 5, Angels 3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mariners-5-angels-3.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2011 06:14:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Carp instantly knows that feeling when he makes perfectcontact with a pitch.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-08-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-08-30.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2011 06:14:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-30.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2011 04:09:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Garrett Richards (right groin strain) went on the 15-day disabled list Aug. 16. He has been rehabbing at the Angels' complex in Tempe, Ariz., in late August, and he is expected to begin a rehab assignment with Class AA Arkansas during ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-30.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2011 04:09:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Angels are 3 1/2 games behind the Rangers in the AL West, but the schedule favors the Angels down the stretch. They face the last-place Mariners seven times in the next 10 days and face only one team with a winning record (the Yankees) in their last]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-30.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2011 04:09:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The roles have changed and even many of the names. Still, the Angels are no closer to solving the bullpen issues that have plagued them this season than they were when relievers took three consecutive defeats in the first series of the season.Hisanori Tak]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Mariners Preview 2011-08-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-mariners-preview-2011-08-30.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2011 02:26:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With the AL's best trio at the top of their rotation, the LosAngeles Angels know they could cause trouble for any team in ashort playoff series.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers know stretch run will be tighter this year]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-know-stretch-run-will-be-tighter-this-year.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2011 23:46:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington stood up from his officechair and started wildly shaking his knees back and forth.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-29.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2011 08:15:51 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--LHP Scott Downs (left hamstring tightness) was injured while warming up to enter the Aug. 20 game. He didn't pitch Aug. 20-26, but returned to action Aug. 27.--RHP Garrett Richards (right groin strain) went on the 15-day disabled list Aug.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-29.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2011 08:15:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--After starting RHPs Ervin Santana and Jered Weaver on three days' rest over the weekend in Texas, the Angels will go back to a five-man rotation. RHPs Joel Pineiro and Jerome Williams are scheduled to start Monday and Tuesday in the first two games of a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-29.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2011 08:15:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Vernon Wells' search to salvage something from the worst season of his career led him back to one of his best seasons.When the Angels visited Toronto for a three-game series in mid-August, Wells got his hands on some videotape from his 2006 season. Wells ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hamilton, Rangers rough up Weaver]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/hamilton-rangers-rough-up-weaver.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2011 03:32:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Hamilton broke out of a slump with a long two-run homer andthe tiebreaking RBI single for the AL West-leading Texas Rangers,who rallied for a 9-5 victory over the chasing Los AngelesAngels.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Mariners Preview 2011-08-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-mariners-preview-2011-08-29.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2011 01:12:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite manager Mike Scioscia's best efforts, the Los AngelesAngels didn't pitch well enough to win a pivotal series.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels lose 9-5 at Texas fall 3 games back in West]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-lose-9-5-at-texas-fall-3-games-back-in-west.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2011 01:02:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The AL West-chasing Los Angeles Angels have to wait until thefinal series of the regular season for another head-to-headopportunity against Texas.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Price dominates Rays' blowout over Jays]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/price-dominates-rays-blowout-over-jays.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Aug 2011 21:08:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[David Price struck out a franchise-record 14 in seven dominantinnings, Desmond Jennings hit a pair of solo home runs and theTampa Bay Rays beat the Toronto Blue Jays 12-0 on Sunday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No shortage of magic in Milwaukee]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/no-shortage-of-magic-in-milwaukee.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Aug 2011 12:28:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Four more days until September, and the Milwaukee JournalSentinel already is posting the Brewers' magic number. They're thatcomfortably in first place. Likewise, the Phillies and Tigers have sizable leads in theirrespective divisions, and there's little s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wells homers, triples to lead Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/wells-homers-triples-to-lead-angels.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Aug 2011 03:34:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Vernon Wells hit the first of the Angels' five solo home runsand had an RBI triple to back up Ervin Santana pitching on shortrest in Los Angeles' 8-4 victory over the AL West-leading TexasRangers on Saturday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Rangers Preview 2011-08-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-rangers-preview-2011-08-28.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Aug 2011 01:22:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Los Angeles Angels ace Jered Weaver doesn't think it'ssignificant that manager Mike Scioscia is sending him out on threedays' rest for a crucial game against the division-leading TexasRangers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-27.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Aug 2011 08:33:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--LHP Scott Downs (left hamstring tightness) was injured while warming up to enter the Aug. 20 game, and he hasn't pitched since. He is available for the Aug. 26-28 series in Texas.--RHP Garrett Richards (right groin strain) went on the 15-d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-27.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Aug 2011 08:33:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Downs was available to pitch Friday for the first time since feeling tightness in his left hamstring while warming up to enter a game last Saturday in Anaheim. Downs threw in the bullpen on Wednesday and was given the green light after working]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-27.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Aug 2011 08:33:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels manager Mike Scioscia and pitcher Jered Weaver certainly agree on one thing."It's not a big deal, really," Weaver said, of starting on short rest this weekend against the Rangers. "Guys used to pitch on two days' rest, back in the day."Those days a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cruz hits two homers to power Rangers]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/cruz-hits-two-homers-to-power-rangers.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Aug 2011 04:26:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nelson Cruz and the Texas Rangers picked the right time to breakout of a slump.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Rangers Preview 2011-08-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-rangers-preview-2011-08-27.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Aug 2011 01:22:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Scioscia altered his team's starting rotation for thisweekend's critical series against the AL West-leading TexasRangers, ensuring the Los Angeles Angels' top three pitchers wouldget the ball.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HOME PLATE;chron.com;astros;]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/home-plate-chron-com-astros.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Aug 2011 00:29:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Today's best bet: Angels at Rangers Righthander Dan Haren (13-6)leads the Angels into Arlington trying to cut into the Rangers' lead in the AL West. Texaswill counter with Derek Holland (11-5). American League Wild-CardRace N.Y. Yankees 78 50 .609 - L.A. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-08-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-08-27.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Aug 2011 00:29:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels' Santana, Weaver to start on 3 days' rest]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-santana-weaver-to-start-on-3-days-rest.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 23:20:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia confirmed on Fridaythat he's switching his rotation for the weekend series against ALWest-leading Texas, opting to start Ervin Santana on Saturday andJered Weaver on Sunday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[daryl van schouwen ON THE sox;Marks to be proud of;Paul hits No. 2,000; Buehrle keeps cool before]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/daryl-van-schouwen-on-the-sox-marks-to-be-proud-of-paul-hits-no-2-000-buehrle-keeps-cool-before.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 18:25:58 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif. - John Danks knows what fellow White Sox left-hander Mark Buehrle bringsas a starting pitcher. He has witnessed first-hand what the veteranBuehrle offers as a teammate, clubhouse presence and friend. In a 5-4 loss to the Los Angeles Angels]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[More wild cards won't make playoffs fair]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/more-wild-cards-won-t-make-playoffs-fair.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 17:03:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Don't jump to conclusions. Expanding playoffs not all it's crackedup to be.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekend Sports on TV & Today's Sports on Radio Schedule]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/weekend-sports-on-tv-today-s-sports-on-radio-schedule.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 12:25:51 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[WEEKEND SPORTS ON TV TODAY Auto rac.&#194; &#194; &#194; &#194; NASCAR NW Food City 250 qual.&#194; &#194; &#194; &#194; 2:30 p.m.&#194; &#194; &#194; &#194; SPEED &#194; &#194; &#194; &#194; &#194; &#194; &#194; &#194; NASCAR SC Irwin Tools NightRace qua]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-26.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 04:59:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--LHP Scott Downs (left hamstring tightness) was injured while warming up to enter the Aug. 20 game, and he hasn't pitched since. He is expected to be available for the Aug. 26-28 series in Texas.--RHP Garrett Richards (right groin strain) w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-26.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 04:59:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Dan Haren goes into his start Friday undefeated in his past seven starts (3-0) and needing just 8 2/3 innings to reach 200 innings pitched for the seventh consecutive season. Haren has won seven of his past eight decisions with a 3.00 ERA in that ti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-26.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 04:59:51 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One week ago when the Rangers were within one inning of a four-game sweep at Angel Stadium that would have dropped the Angels eight games back in the AL West, no one would have expected the Angels to be heading to Texas for a three-game rematch with a cha]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Rangers Preview 2011-08-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-rangers-preview-2011-08-26.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 01:20:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After the Texas Rangers won the first three of a four-game setagainst the Los Angeles Angels last week, their AL West leadballooned to a seemingly comfortable seven games.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The MLB Report / Scores and fast facts 2011-08-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/the-mlb-report-/-scores-and-fast-facts-2011-08-26.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:26:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[> American League Seattle 9, Cleveland 2: Felix Hernandez shook off a hard fall ona fielding play to strike out 10, Wily Mo Pena drove in four runsand the Mariners chased the Tribe's Josh Tomlin before the sixthinning. Boston 13, Texas 2: David Ortiz had ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs box score]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/cubs-box-score.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:26:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs box score Cubs 3, Braves 2 Atlanta AB R H BI BB SO Avg. Bourn cf 4 0 0 0 0 2 .299 Prado lf 3 0 1 0 1 0 .272 McCann c 4 0 0 0 0 0 .290 Uggla 2b 2 0 0 0 1 2 .231 Freeman 1b 4 0 0 0 0 2 .291 C.Jones 3b 4 1 1 1 0 1 .281]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gonzalez homers twice as BoSox roll]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/gonzalez-homers-twice-as-bosox-roll.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2011 23:16:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adrian Gonzalez homered twice to give him five in four games,Andrew Miller pitched three-hit ball in a spot start and the BostonRed Sox won their third straight over the Texas Rangers with a 6-0victory Thursday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 8, White Sox 0]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-8-white-sox-0.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2011 05:44:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The money didn't change Jered Weaver. A day after he signed alucrative new contract with the Los Angeles Angels, he was hisinimitable, near-unhittable self on the mound.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-08-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-08-25.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2011 05:44:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-25.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2011 03:49:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--LHP Scott Downs (left hamstring tightness) was injured while warming up to enter the Aug. 20 game. He did not pitch. His status will be re-evaluated on a day-to-day basis. Downs threw off a bullpen mound on Aug. 24.--RHP Garrett Richards (]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-25.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2011 03:49:01 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Downs threw in the bullpen before Wednesday's game and said he felt no discomfort in his left hamstring. Downs has not pitched since feeling tightness in his hamstring while warming up to go into a game last Saturday. He should be available wh]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-25.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2011 03:48:58 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It is a bedrock tenet of Angels manager Mike Scioscia's philosophy that no game is more important than any other. But he is clearly straying from that philosophy this weekend.The Angels will start both Ervin Santana (Saturday) and Jered Weaver (Sunday) on]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sox fall another game behind Tigers]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/sox-fall-another-game-behind-tigers.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2011 00:28:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Alejandro De Aza is making the White Sox think about the present and thefuture. The 27-year-old outfielder has been with the Sox since July 27, when a rosterspot opened after Edwin Jackson and Mark Teahen were traded.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bourjos singles in winner in ninth]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/bourjos-singles-in-winner-in-ninth.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 05:52:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Peter Bourjos' line drive flew through a hole in Chicago'sdrawn-in infield and skipped on the grass in left field, the Angelsfollowed their now-familiar drill, charging out of the dugout foranother celebration.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-24.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 03:20:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--LHP Scott Downs (left hamstring tightness) was injured while warming up to enter the Aug. 20 game. He did not pitch. His status will be re-evaluated on a day-to-day basis. As of Aug. 23, Downs still hadn't thrown off a mound since feeling ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-24.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 03:20:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Downs is "still a question mark" due to tightness in his left hamstring, according to Angels manager Mike Scioscia. Downs has not thrown off a mound since feeling discomfort in his left hamstring while trying to warm up and enter Saturday's ga]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-24.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 03:20:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As "hometown discounts" go, this was a big one and came from an unexpected source.The Angels figured to be in for a long and expensive negotiation if they were going to be able to keep their ace, righty Jered Weaver, beyond the 2012 season when he became ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[White Sox-Angels Preview 2011-08-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/white-sox-angels-preview-2011-08-24.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 02:26:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jered Weaver has been one of baseball's most dominant startersin his home stadium over the past three seasons. Fortunately forthe Southern California native, he'll get to pitch there for a fewmore years.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BASEBALL;Deceptively good;Now that he's on waivers, WANDY RODRIGUEZ COulD BE HAD under the right]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/baseball-deceptively-good-now-that-he-s-on-waivers-wandy-rodriguez-could-be-had-under-the-right.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:25:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Astros conducted routine businesswhen they put Wandy Rodriguez - and for that matter, Brett Myersand Clint Barmes - on waivers late last week. If what comes out ofthat is beyond the routine, then we'll learn a lot about what lifeunder a new ownership ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels' Weaver stays home for $85 million deal]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-weaver-stays-home-for-85-million-deal.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 23:32:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although Jered Weaver doesn't enjoy the business aspects ofbaseball, even he could tell these numbers just didn't add up.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Kevin Gausman]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-kevin-gausman.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 13:34:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[DARYL VAN SCHOUWEN ON THE SOX;So-So Sox still have hope;Up-and-down team believes Central title is]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/daryl-van-schouwen-on-the-sox-so-so-sox-still-have-hope-up-and-down-team-believes-central-title-is.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 06:27:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tonight WHITE SOX AT ANGELS 9:05, Ch. 9, 670-AMMark Buehrle (10-6, 3.14) vs.Ervin Santana (9-9, 3.12)Santana vs. White Sox : 4-4, 4.21Gordon Beckham: 3-for-14, 2 HR, 4 RBIAlex Rios: 6-for-17, 2 RBIPaul Konerko: 5-for-26, 2BBuehrle vs. Angels: 2-7, 4.43Bob]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-23.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 04:28:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--LHP Scott Downs (left hamstring tightness) was injured while warming up to enter the Aug. 20 game. He did not pitch. His status will be re-evaluated on a day-to-day basis.--RHP Garrett Richards (right groin strain) went on the 15-day disab]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-23.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 04:28:02 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jerome Williams allowed just one run on six hits in seven innings Sunday in his first MLB start since 2007 and earned his first victory since 2005. Williams' most effective pitch was a cut fastball that he taught himself in 2009 and refined while pi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-23.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 04:27:58 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Any way you look at it, it was a very good weekend for the Angels.They swept the woeful Baltimore Orioles, gained ground on the first-place Texas Rangers, made an overdue move to infuse some life into their offense by promoting youngsters Mike Trout and H]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles loaded with frustration in Anaheim]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/orioles-loaded-with-frustration-in-anaheim.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 18:24:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) - The Baltimore Orioles came up empty both timesthey had the bases loaded, making it extremely difficult toovercome an early five-run hole newcomer Jo-Jo Reyes put themin. Torii Hunter drove in five runs with two homers, one of them a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sweep drops O's to 30 games below .500]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/sweep-drops-o-s-to-30-games-below-500.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 18:24:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) - Everywhere else he's managed in the bigleagues - New York, Arizona and Texas - Buck Showalter took teamsthat had a losing record in his first full season with them andguided them to a winning record the following year. Turning the B]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ricketts in prime position to hire next GM]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/ricketts-in-prime-position-to-hire-next-gm.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 16:26:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This is Tom Ricketts' big chance to find the Cubs' savior.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[White Sox-Angels Preview 2011-08-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/white-sox-angels-preview-2011-08-22.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:18:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels and Chicago White Sox are facing similardeficits in their divisions races, but are hoping they can puttogether a significant winning streak starting this week.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-22.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 02:32:35 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--LHP Scott Downs (left hamstring tightness) was injured while warming up to enter the Aug. 20 game. He did not pitch. His status will be re-evaluated on a day-to-day basis.--RHP Garrett Richards (right groin strain) went on the 15-day disab]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-22.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 02:32:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Downs felt tightness in his left hamstring while warming up to enter Saturday's game in the eighth inning. He did not pitch in the game. Instead, Angels manager Mike Scioscia brought closer Jordan Walden into the game in the eighth inning and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-22.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 02:32:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After waiting for so long, righty Jerome Williams had a lump in his throat."I feel like crying," Williams said after getting the victory in the Angels' 7-1 win over the Baltimore Orioles Sunday. "It's been a long road. I'm just speechless."Making his firs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 7, Orioles 1]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-7-orioles-1.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:40:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It'd been a long time since Jerome Williams started a game inthe major leagues, even longer since he'd won one.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The MLB Report / Scores and fast facts 2011-08-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/the-mlb-report-/-scores-and-fast-facts-2011-08-22.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:24:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[> American League Detroit 10, Cleveland 1: Tigers All-Star catcher Alex Avila,catching his 14th straight game, went 2-for-2 with three walks.He's hitting .442 with a .567 on-base percentage in August. Chicago White Sox 3, Texas 2: Alex Rios doubled homepi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: Angels, Weaver agree on 5-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/report-angels-weaver-agree-on-5-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Aug 2011 22:38:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels have scheduled a news conference forTuesday, when the team is expected to announce it has agreed withpitcher Jered Weaver on a five-year contract.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles-Angels Preview 2011-08-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/orioles-angels-preview-2011-08-21.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Aug 2011 06:18:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The last time Jerome Williams started a major league game, theBaltimore Orioles' Buck Showalter was in the first season of anearly four-year hiatus from managing.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 9, Orioles 8(12)]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-9-orioles-8-12.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Aug 2011 05:56:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Another dramatic victory by the Los Angeles Angels gave themanother glimmer of hope that this season can still come to a happyending.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles-Angels Preview 2011-08-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/orioles-angels-preview-2011-08-20.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Aug 2011 06:50:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Torii Hunter is doing everything he can at the plate to try andkeep the Los Angeles Angels from falling further back in the ALWest standings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 8, Orioles 3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-8-orioles-3.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Aug 2011 05:44:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Torii Hunter would gladly trade his 17-game hitting streak for along winning streak, something the Los Angeles Angels will need tocatch the first-place Texas Rangers in the AL West.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-20.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Aug 2011 04:53:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--C Jeff Mathis (left hand contusion) was hit in the left hand by a pitch Aug. 13. X-rays were negative. He did not play Aug. 14. He appeared as a reserve Aug. 15, then started Aug. 16.--RHP Garrett Richards (right groin strain) went on the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-20.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Aug 2011 04:53:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Horacio Ramirez was optioned back to Class AAA Salt Lake to clear a roster space for OF Mike Trout Friday. Ramirez allowed six runs on 12 hits in five innings over seven appearances in two stints with the Angels this season. Ramirez picked up a win ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-20.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Aug 2011 04:53:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For most of this season, Angels manager Mike Scioscia hitched his offense's fortunes to a trio of veterans in the midst of the worst seasons of their respective careers, waiting for a breakout that has never happened.Scioscia stopped waiting Friday. Twent]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trout back up with Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/trout-back-up-with-angels.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Aug 2011 00:28:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels recalled outfielder Mike Trout fromDouble-A Arkansas on Friday and optioned right-hander HoracioRamirez to Triple-A Salt Lake.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Travis Jankowski]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-travis-jankowski.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2011 14:32:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trumbo's dramatic HR ends Angels' win over Texas]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/trumbo-s-dramatic-hr-ends-angels-win-over-texas.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2011 06:00:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Trumbo already hits the ball harder and louder than any ofhis fellow Los Angeles Angels, according to the slugging rookie'steammates.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-19]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-19.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2011 04:44:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--C Jeff Mathis (left hand contusion) was hit in the left hand by a pitch Aug. 13. X-rays were negative. He did not play Aug. 14. He appeared as a reserve Aug. 15, then started Aug. 16.--RHP Garrett Richards (right groin strain) went on the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-19]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-19.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2011 04:44:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Tyler Chatwood was optioned to Class AAA Salt Lake Thursday and C Hank Conger was recalled from Salt Lake. Chatwood was 1-5 in his past eight starts with an 8.53 ERA in his last four. With Chatwood sent down, journeyman RHP Jerome Williams will like]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-19]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-19.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2011 04:44:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Acquired to give the Angels a proven run-producer in the middle of their lineup, Vernon Wells has instead become a sinkhole in that lineup.Wells was not in the starting lineup Thursday against the Rangers, though he did enter as a late-game replacement. H]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles-Angels Preview 2011-08-19]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/orioles-angels-preview-2011-08-19.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2011 02:40:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A walkoff homer from Mark Trumbo helped the Los Angeles Angelsgain a little ground in the AL West race. Hosting the BaltimoreOrioles for a three-game series would appear to be a good chance tostring some wins together, and giving the ball to Dan Haren for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels send Chatwood to minors, recall Conger]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-send-chatwood-to-minors-recall-conger.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2011 02:20:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels have optioned struggling rookie starterTyler Chatwood to Triple-A Salt Lake.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels dramatically end five-game skid ]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-dramatically-end-five-game-skid.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2011 01:32:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rookie Mark Trumbo hit a game-ending two-run homer down theleft-field line, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Texas Rangers2-1 on Thursday night to avoid a four-game sweep.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-08-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-08-18.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2011 18:26:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Not having the legs to go | NOTES Soreness makes K-Rod unavailable]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/not-having-the-legs-to-go-|-notes-soreness-makes-k-rod-unavailable.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2011 18:26:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Setup man Francisco Rodriguez sat out a second consecutive gameTuesday as he continued to battle soreness in his legs. The situation was worth watching, because John Axford had closedthree straight games for the Milwaukee Brewers going into the second of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crawford not living up to contract]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/crawford-not-living-up-to-contract.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2011 12:24:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BOSTON -- You can look it up. Carl Crawford never was a greatplayer. Not unless you define greatness as once having finishedseventh in the American League MVP balloting. Crawford is usually an extremely good player, and an excitingplayer. Four months into]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kinsler's eighth-inning hit propels Texas]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/kinsler-s-eighth-inning-hit-propels-texas.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2011 05:20:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ian Kinsler hit a tiebreaking two-run single with two outs inthe eighth inning, and the Texas Rangers rallied for their thirdstraight victory over the Los Angeles Angels, 4-3 on Wednesdaynight.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers-Angels Preview 2011-08-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-angels-preview-2011-08-18.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2011 02:42:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Los Angeles Angels starter Jered Weaver didn't have a pleasantexperience in his return from suspension. He might have a bettertime during a home matchup against the Texas Rangers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Draft Analysis: The Ones That Got Away]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/draft-analysis-the-ones-that-got-away.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2011 16:32:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers 7, Angels 3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-7-angels-3.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2011 06:10:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After two emphatic victories at Angel Stadium, the TexasRangers' only remaining competition for another AL West title isn'tlooking like much competition at all.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-17.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2011 04:20:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--C Jeff Mathis (left hand contusion) was hit in the left hand by a pitch Aug. 13. X-rays were negative. He did not play Aug. 14. He appeared as a reserve Aug. 15, then started Aug. 16.--RHP Garrett Richards (right groin strain) went on the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-17.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2011 04:20:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Garrett Richards (groin) was placed on the disabled list and INF Andrew Romine was optioned back to Class AAA Salt Lake on Tuesday. Those moves cleared two roster spots for the Angels to add reinforcements to a bullpen taxed by Richards' first-innin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-17.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2011 04:20:02 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels might have been hoping that veteran Joel Pineiro would pitch his way back into the rotation so they wouldn't have to head down the stretch in a playoff race with rookies starting two of every five games.They don't have any choice now. Garrett R]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers-Angels Preview 2011-08-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-angels-preview-2011-08-17.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2011 02:42:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By opening with back-to-back losses, the Los Angeles Angels havenot started this critical four-game series with the AL West-leadingTexas Rangers how they would have liked.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels recall 2 pitchers, send Richards to DL]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-recall-2-pitchers-send-richards-to-dl.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 21:26:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels have placed right-hander Garrett Richardson the disabled list, one day after he left his second major leaguestart because of a strained muscle near his groin.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MiLB Top 10 Prospects Update: August 15th 2011-08-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/milb-top-10-prospects-update-august-15th-2011-08-16.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 20:34:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MAKIN' HIS PITCH - NOVA IN RUNNING FOR TOP ROOK AWARD]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/makin-his-pitch-nova-in-running-for-top-rook-award.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 18:24:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[KANSAS CITY - The expression on Ivan Nova's face didn't changewhen asked if he was interested where he stood in the AL Rookie ofthe Year race. "It's not a priority right now," the Yankees' hottest starter said beforethe Yankees' 7-4 victory over the Royal]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers pitching key to big AL West lead]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-pitching-key-to-big-al-west-lead.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 16:54:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Suddenly, Rangers' rotation showing Angels who is boss.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers go back-to-back in six-run 5th]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-go-back-to-back-in-six-run-5th.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 05:28:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nelson Cruz and Mike Napoli hit back-to-back homers and MichaelYoung added a two-run single during a six-run fifth inning, andstreaking Texas extended its AL West lead over the Los AngelesAngels with an 8-4 victory Monday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-08-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-08-16.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 05:28:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-16.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 04:02:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--C Jeff Mathis (left hand contusion) was hit in the left hand by a pitch Aug. 13. X-rays were negative. He did not play Aug. 14, but he appeared as a reserve Aug. 15.--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-16.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 04:02:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Torii Hunter extended his season-best hitting streak to 13 games with a single in his first at-bat Monday. Hunter went into the game as the hottest hitter in baseball this month (20-for-44, .454), and he went 1-for-4 in the loss to the Rangers.--The ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-16.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 04:02:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels' starting pitching depth had already been strained to the point that they went into the most important series of their season (a four-game showdown with the first-place Texas Rangers) with rookies starting the first two games.Now add another st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers-Angels Preview 2011-08-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-angels-preview-2011-08-16.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 03:02:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although the Texas Rangers could make it awfully difficult forthe Los Angeles Angels to catch them, both Ron Washington and MikeScioscia are trying to downplay the importance of this series.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels RHP Garrett Richards injured in 1st inning]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-rhp-garrett-richards-injured-in-1st-inning.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 02:40:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Los Angeles Angels right-hander Garrett Richards left his secondmajor league start Monday night after injuring a muscle near hisgroin.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-15.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2011 08:15:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--C Jeff Mathis (left hand contusion) was hit in the left hand by a pitch Aug. 13. X-rays were negative but he did not start Aug. 14.--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-15.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2011 08:15:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Torii Hunter extended his hitting streak to a season-high 12 games with a two-run home run in the first inning Sunday. Hunter is batting .455 (20-for-44) during the streak.--RHP Jordan Walden allowed back-to-back doubles with one out in the ninth inn]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-15.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2011 08:15:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels lost back-to-back series for the first time since early June and lost four of six games on their road trip to New York and Toronto, swelling their deficit in the AL West.But they know there is hope -- they play the first-place Texas Rangers 10 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MiLB Top 10 Prospects Update: August 15th]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/milb-top-10-prospects-update-august-15th.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2011 02:30:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adam Bomb belts his 100th in romp;Young team has fun roughing up Weaver Jays 11 Angels 2]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/adam-bomb-belts-his-100th-in-romp-young-team-has-fun-roughing-up-weaver-jays-11-angels-2.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:23:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's a familiar Blue Jays' offensive scenario that hasplayed out often over the past two years: Opposing starter tries toestablish himself early, but the Jays' third-place hitter finds apitch to drive and opens the scoring. The difference Saturday, in the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blue Jays 5, Angels 4(10)]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/blue-jays-5-angels-4-10.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Aug 2011 22:16:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels are stumbling into their showdown withfirst-place Texas.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Encarnacion lifts Blue Jays over Angels in 10th]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/encarnacion-lifts-blue-jays-over-angels-in-10th.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Aug 2011 22:02:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Edwin Encarnacion has been doing it all for the Toronto BlueJays.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers-Angels Preview 2011-08-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-angels-preview-2011-08-14.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Aug 2011 22:02:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the Los Angeles Angels are to catch the first-place TexasRangers in the AL West, now would be the opportune time to endtheir slump.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uggla stays grounded through hit streak]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/uggla-stays-grounded-through-hit-streak.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Aug 2011 16:09:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Braves second baseman stayed grounded during long hitting streak.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blue Jays 11, Angels 2]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/blue-jays-11-angels-2.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Aug 2011 21:08:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jered Weaver wasn't going to sulk about one awful outing. Infact, he even had a song ready for the occasion.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Blue Jays Preview 2011-08-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-blue-jays-preview-2011-08-13.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Aug 2011 18:56:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels are approaching a critical stretch ofgames against the AL West leaders. Manager Mike Scioscia's clubstill has work to do in Toronto before it can worry about that.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-13.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Aug 2011 08:55:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10, and he was transferred to the 60-day DL on Aug. 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-13.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Aug 2011 08:55:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Ervin Santana took a shutout into the ninth inning Friday only to lose it on a solo home run for the second consecutive start. He finished for his third complete game in his past four starts. He is 5-0 with an 0.84 ERA (4 ER, 43 IP) over his past fi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-13.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Aug 2011 08:55:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You can go home again -- and you can even go deep.Vernon Wells spent 12 seasons with the Blue Jays, picked up three Gold Gloves, one Silver Slugger award and three All-Star selections along the way. When he left this off-season in a trade to the Angels, h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 5, Blue Jays 1]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-5-blue-jays-1.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Aug 2011 02:40:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Vernon Wells returned to Toronto and thought he caught a glimpseof Roy Halladay on the mound. On closer inspection, it turned outto be Ervin Santana.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-08-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-08-13.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Aug 2011 02:40:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Blue Jays Preview 2011-08-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-blue-jays-preview-2011-08-12.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2011 23:44:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jered Weaver is set to continue his campaign for the AL Cy YoungAward after missing a start due to a suspension.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rivera slips, but Yanks closer says no mo' worries]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rivera-slips-but-yanks-closer-says-no-mo-worries.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2011 22:12:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The neatly printed scouting report on every New York Yankeespitcher was posted in the opposing team's dugout, right above thebat rack. It did not offer much encouragement for this AL club'shitters, especially lefty swingers, against Mariano Rivera.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SCARE-IANO RIVERA]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scare-iano-rivera.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2011 18:25:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK - For a long while after Thursday afternoon's game, ajovial Mariano Rivera lobbed Whiffle balls to one of RafaelSoriano's sons - a lanky right-handed hitter who delighted intaking hefty hacks against the Yankees' iconic closer. That was part of t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SCARE-IANO RIVERA 2011-08-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scare-iano-rivera-2011-08-12.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2011 12:25:51 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK - For a long while after Thursday afternoon's game, ajovial Mariano Rivera lobbed Whiffle balls to one of RafaelSoriano's sons - a lanky right-handed hitter who delighted intaking hefty hacks against the Yankees' iconic closer. That was part of t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-12.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2011 04:27:58 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10, and he was transferred to the 60-day DL on Aug. 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-12.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2011 04:27:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Erick Aybar beat out an infield single in the fifth inning Thursday at Yankee Stadium, snapping a stretch of 30 hitless at-bat for him. It was the longest hitless drought of Aybar's career.--Angels manager Mike Scioscia said he has not decided yet wh]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-12.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2011 04:27:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels manager Mike Scioscia has heard the recent allegations that the Toronto Blue Jays have benefited from a sign-stealing system that tips their hitters off to the upcoming pitch at Rogers Centre.But Scioscia said he has no plans to change the team's s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rivera shaky again, but Yanks hold on]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rivera-shaky-again-but-yanks-hold-on.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 22:24:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mariano Rivera stunned a raucous crowd still buzzing afterRobinson Cano's grand slam. Mr. Automatic faltered for the thirdstraight game, the rarest of slumps for the dominant closer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Blue Jays Preview 2011-08-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-blue-jays-preview-2011-08-11.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 19:10:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There's a good chance that Vernon Wells' return to Toronto couldbe overshadowed by a teammate who is one of the hottest pitchers inbaseball.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[YANKEES NOTES 2011-08-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/yankees-notes-2011-08-11.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 18:24:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sticking with six The Yankees will stay with a six-manpitching rotation through at least the end of this week. Ivan Nova will start tonight against the Angels, Bartolo Colonwill start on Thursday and CC Sabathia will get the start againstTampa Bay on Frid]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA["God Bless America" forever part of MLB]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/-god-bless-america-forever-part-of-mlb.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:54:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA["God Bless America" and baseball are still intertwined 10 years after 9/11.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA["God Bless America" and baseball, 10 years later]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/-god-bless-america-and-baseball-10-years-later.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 05:46:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Six days after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, MajorLeague Baseball returned to the field with a new ritual. During theseventh-inning stretch, a moment typically reserved for ''Take MeOut to the Ball Game,'' another song played at parks around th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-11.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 03:58:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10, and he was transferred to the 60-day DL on Aug. 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-11.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 03:58:00 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Erick Aybar went 0-for-4 Wednesday night and is now hitless in his past 27 at-bats. It is the longest hitless streak of Aybar's career, and it has dragged his average down to .265.--RHP Joel Pineiro pitched three innings in relief of rookie RHP Garre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-11.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 03:57:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Considering the outcome, it was a questionable word for rookie Garrett Richards to use to describe his major league debut at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday night."That was fun. Tonight was just fun, getting to pitch against these guys," Richards said after t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Granderson powers Yanks past Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/granderson-powers-yanks-past-angels.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 02:06:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Curtis Granderson hit a three-run homer off Garrett Richardsbefore the rookie got his first major league out and the New YorkYankees snapped their three-game losing streak with a 9-3 win overthe Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Yankees Preview 2011-08-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-yankees-preview-2011-08-11.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:28:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A combination of solid pitching and timely hitting helped theNew York Yankees halt their losing streak.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['DO ATTITUDE, SAME RESULTS FOR A.J.]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/-do-attitude-same-results-for-a-j.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2011 18:28:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For five innings last night, A.J. Burnett looked like the No. 2starter the Yankees envisioned. But, as usual, that all washed away in one ugly inning. Afterthrowing five shutout innings against the Angels in The Bronx,Burnett coughed up four runs in the s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-10.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2011 06:18:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured left ankle) went on the 15-day disabled list retroa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-10.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2011 06:18:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--DH Bobby Abreu was 1-for-22 before hitting a solo home run in the sixth inning Tuesday night. The homer gave Abreu 1,400 runs scored in his career. Only three other active players have Abreu's combination of 1,400 runs and 1,300 RBI (or more) -- Jim Tho]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-10.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2011 06:18:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels already have a rookie leading the team in home runs and RBI (Mark Trumbo), another holding down the closer role (Jordan Walden) and one filling a spot in the rotation (Tyler Chatwood).Now, they'll turn to another rookie straight out of Class AA]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abreu hits two homers to power Halos]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/abreu-hits-two-homers-to-power-halos.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2011 03:00:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Bobby Abreu hit his second homer of the game, a two-out, two-runshot off Mariano Rivera in the ninth inning, and the Los AngelesAngels then pulled a trick to trap Curtis Granderson for the finalout to beat the New York Yankees 6-4 Tuesday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Yankees Preview 2011-08-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-yankees-preview-2011-08-10.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2011 01:26:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Yankees have lost three straight following theireight-game winning streak, but they won't have to deal with any ofthe Los Angeles Angels' top three pitchers as the seriescontinues.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-08-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-08-10.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2011 01:26:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[D-Backs' focus is all about winning]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/d-backs-focus-is-all-about-winning.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Aug 2011 14:16:00 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gibson's never-say-die mental approach has keyed D-backs' surge]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-09]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-09.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Aug 2011 08:41:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured left ankle) went on the 15-day disabled list retroa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-09]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-09.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Aug 2011 08:41:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Angels open a three-game series in New York on Tuesday. Since 2000, the Angels are 55-47 against the Yankees in regular-season play (8-7 in three postseason meetings). They are the only AL team with a winning record in the Bronx during that time -- ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-09]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-09.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Aug 2011 08:41:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels designated hitter Bobby Abreu has been remarkably consistent throughout his major league career.He has played at least 150 games in each of the past 13 seasons, and he's scored at least 88 runs each of the past 12 seasons and driven in at least 100]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Marcus Stroman 2011-08-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-marcus-stroman-2011-08-08.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 22:34:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Kayden Porter 2011-08-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-kayden-porter-2011-08-08.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 22:34:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Hunter Virant 2011-08-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-hunter-virant-2011-08-08.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 22:34:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Carlos Correa 2011-08-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-carlos-correa-2011-08-08.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 22:34:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Lance McCullers]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-lance-mccullers.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 21:33:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MLB Draft Scouting Report: Bubba Starling 2011-08-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mlb-draft-scouting-report-bubba-starling-2011-08-08.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 21:33:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Max Fried 2011-08-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-max-fried-2011-08-08.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 18:34:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Marcus Stroman]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-marcus-stroman.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 01:32:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-08.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 01:06:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured left ankle) went on the 15-day disabled list retroa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-08.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 01:06:35 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Mark Trumbo hit his 22nd home run of the season in Sunday's 2-1 win over the Mariners, a solo shot to left-center field off Mariners RHP Felix Hernandez that was estimated at 471 feet. Only four rookies in Angels franchise history have hit more home ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-08.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 01:06:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels manager Mike Scioscia has been a staunch defender of catcher Jeff Mathis, even as his impotency with a bat in his hand has become a glaring deficiency in the Angels' lineup.Mathis' work behind the plate is much more important and valuable than anyt]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Felix can't match Santana in Angels' win over M's]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/felix-can-t-match-santana-in-angels-win-over-m-s.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Aug 2011 23:42:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Felix Hernandez made only one significant mistake in the firstsix innings, and Mark Trumbo hit it about 471 feet into the fakerocks beyond center field at Angel Stadium.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 2, Mariners 1 2011-08-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-2-mariners-1-2011-08-07.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Aug 2011 23:16:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ervin Santana stretched out both arms and yelled skyward as hecrossed the third base line, leaving the mound two outs short ofhis third straight complete game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners 5, Angels 1]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mariners-5-angels-1.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Aug 2011 05:28:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Far out of playoff contention, the Seattle Mariners have turnedto a youth movement as they bank on the future. Blake Beavan andTrayvon Robinson are two reasons for optimism.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners-Angels Preview 2011-08-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mariners-angels-preview-2011-08-07.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Aug 2011 02:58:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ervin Santana has been masterful lately, following a no-hitterwith a complete game his last time out.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-08-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-08-07.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Aug 2011 02:58:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels pitcher Weaver drops appeal]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-pitcher-weaver-drops-appeal.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Aug 2011 01:06:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jered Weaver dropped his appeal of a six-game suspension, andthe Los Angeles Angels ace will miss an upcoming series against theNew York Yankees.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moving day for Jays;Rasmus centrepiece of blockbuster trade]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/moving-day-for-jays-rasmus-centrepiece-of-blockbuster-trade.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Aug 2011 18:23:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Blue Jays , four days advance of the tradedeadline, believe they found their centre-fielder of the future inColby Rasmus, the cornerstone of a blockbuster three-team,potentially a 14-player trade among the Jays , Cards and White Sox. General manager A]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scouting Notes: Appel Shines In Cape Playoffs]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scouting-notes-appel-shines-in-cape-playoffs.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Aug 2011 14:34:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 1, Mariners 0(10)]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-1-mariners-0-10.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Aug 2011 06:52:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There have been numerous times in Jered Weaver's career when hefelt he had to pitch a shutout to win a game. For the second timethis season, he threw nine scoreless innings without getting adecision.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-06.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Aug 2011 04:37:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured left ankle) went on the 15-day disabled list retroa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-06.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Aug 2011 04:37:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jered Weaver pitched nine scoreless innings against the Mariners Friday but wound up with no-decision when the Angels didn't score until the 10th inning. Weaver has now thrown 15 consecutive quality starts, breaking the club record for a single seas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-06.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Aug 2011 04:37:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels manager Mike Scioscia said the team has made its choice to replace Joel Pineiro in the starting rotation but won't make the announcement yet."There is no more internal debate right now," Scioscia said Friday. "We have an idea."We've got to wait for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners-Angels Preview 2011-08-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mariners-angels-preview-2011-08-06.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Aug 2011 03:30:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels have been nearly unbeatable at home overthe last six weeks. The Seattle Mariners have known how difficultit is to win in Anaheim for the last couple of years.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 7, Twins 1]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-7-twins-1.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 06:02:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jim Thome has only 16 career at-bats against Dan Haren - andthree home runs. The latest one came after the three-time All-Starheld Thome's teammates to one hit over the first seven innings inanother dominant performance.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-05.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 04:32:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured left ankle) went on the 15-day disabled list retroa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-05.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 04:32:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jered Weaver is scheduled to start Friday against the Mariners. If Weaver drops the appeal of his six-game suspension following the start, he could be eligible to pitch again July 13 in Toronto. If he doesn't drop the appeal -- and doesn't win a red]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-05.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 04:32:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After Joel Pineiro had another rocky start Wednesday against the Twins, Angels manager Mike Scioscia had seen enough of the right-hander.Scioscia announced Thursday that Pineiro had been dropped from the rotation after a string of poor performances that i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners-Angels Preview 2011-08-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mariners-angels-preview-2011-08-05.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 02:52:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Before Jered Weaver has an appeal of his six-game suspensionheard, the AL's ERA leader looks to dominate the Seattle Marinersonce more.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Andrew Heaney]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-andrew-heaney.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 01:31:33 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The MLB Report / Scores and fast facts 2011-08-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/the-mlb-report-/-scores-and-fast-facts-2011-08-05.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:25:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[> American League N.Y . Yankees 18, Chicago White Sox 7: TheYankees pounded White Sox pitchingfor 23 hits, as Derek Jeter had five of them and Curtis Grandersonfour. Granderson added five RBIs and Eric Chavez four.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels demote struggling Pineiro to bullpen]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-demote-struggling-pineiro-to-bullpen.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2011 20:34:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels have demoted right-hander Joel Pineiro tothe bullpen following his fourth poor start in a row.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-08-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-08-04.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2011 20:34:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins' Denard Span says catchers aren't only ones who need protecting]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/twins-denard-span-says-catchers-aren-t-only-ones-who-need-protecting.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2011 12:24:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif. - Since San Francisco Giants catcher BusterPosey lost his season to a collision at home plate, there has beena lot of talk about protecting catchers. Oakland A's generalmanager Billy Beane went so far as to tell Kurt Suzuki to simplyavoid ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Cuddyer, Delmon Young hit two homers apiece in Twins' victory]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/michael-cuddyer-delmon-young-hit-two-homers-apiece-in-twins-victory.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2011 12:24:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif. - Michael Cuddyer homered twice, and his grandslam, the Twins' first this season, broke a4-4 tie in the fifth inning as Minnesota beat the Los AngelesAngels 11-4 in front of 35,555 Wednesday night at AngelStadium.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-04.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2011 07:39:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured left ankle) went on the 15-day disabled list retroa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-04.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2011 07:39:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Ervin Santana followed up his no-hitter in Cleveland with a complete-game win in his next start, Tuesday against Minnesota. He is the first pitcher since Phillies RHP Tommy Greene in May 1991 to follow a no-hitter with a complete-game victory, and t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-04.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2011 07:39:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The lead trio in the Angels rotation has been terrific lately. Jered Weaver, Dan Haren and Ervin Santana have combined to go 6-1 with a 1.16 ERA (eight earned runs in 62 innings) over their past seven starts, including Santana's no-hitter in Cleveland las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins 11, Angels 4]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/twins-11-angels-4.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2011 06:22:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Minnesota Twins had their the best game of the season from apower standpoint, and it wasn't easy against a pitching staff thathad given up fewer home runs than any team in the American Leaguegoing in.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Despite concussion and trade rumors, Denard Span returns ready to play]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/despite-concussion-and-trade-rumors-denard-span-returns-ready-to-play.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2011 04:26:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif. - Denard Span was eager to get back to playingmajor league baseball on Tuesday, when he returned to the Twins for the first time in twomonths and took his leadoff spot for a game against the Los AngelesAngels. But after battling concussion]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins-Angels Preview 2011-08-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/twins-angels-preview-2011-08-04.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2011 02:48:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A chance for a .500 road trip would be an accomplishment for theMinnesota Twins, but they'd much rather move up the AL Centralstandings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The MLB Report / Scores and fast facts 2011-08-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/the-mlb-report-/-scores-and-fast-facts-2011-08-04.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:25:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[>American League Detroit 6, Texas 5: Brennan Boesch hit a solo home run off MikeAdams amid an eighth-inning rain shower for the Tigers. Adams (0-1)was making his debut for the Rangers after coming over from SanDiego just before the trade deadline. Boston ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins' pulse weakens as lineup gets healthier]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/twins-pulse-weakens-as-lineup-gets-healthier.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 12:24:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif. - The final cruelty of the Twins' 2011 season might be that asthe team gets more of its pieces back, it is falling further andfurther out of the playoff chase.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 5, Twins 1]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-5-twins-1.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 05:56:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ervin Santana gave up eight more hits against Minnesota than hedid in his previous start. Not such a bad thing, really.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-03.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 04:32:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured left ankle) went on the 15-day disabled list retroa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-03.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 04:32:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Andrew Romine was promoted from Triple-A Salt Lake Tuesday, taking the roster spot of OF Mike Trout, who was demoted to Double-A following Sunday's game. Romine was up with the Angels briefly earlier this season and went 1-for-7 in three games. Romi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-03.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 04:32:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Jered Weaver appealed his six-game suspension for throwing at Tigers catcher Alex Avila in Sunday's game in Detroit, which means he should be able to make his next scheduled start, Saturday against the Mariners.The appeal most likely will be ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins-Angels Preview 2011-08-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/twins-angels-preview-2011-08-03.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 02:12:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia wasn't present to seehow well his lineup changes worked in the series opener against theMinnesota Twins.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coming off no-hitter, Santana yields early single]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/coming-off-no-hitter-santana-yields-early-single.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2011 22:44:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No no-hit drama for Ervin Santana this time.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels' Weaver to appeal suspension]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-weaver-to-appeal-suspension.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2011 17:14:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Los Angeles Angels ace Jered Weaver will appeal the six-game suspension he drew Tuesday from Major League Baseball for throwing a pitch over the head of Detroit's Alex Avila last weekend.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-02.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2011 03:56:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured left ankle) went on the 15-day disabled list retroa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-02.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2011 03:56:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Ervin Santana was named co-Player of the Week in the AL after throwing the third no-hitter in the majors this season last Wednesday in Cleveland. Santana struck out 10 and walked one in the 3-1 victory over the Indians. Santana will make his first s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-02.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2011 03:55:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The non-waiver trade deadline passed on Sunday without the Angels making a move. It was a case of simple math, according to general manager Tony Reagins -- the potential additions were not worth the subtractions they would have required."We didn't match u]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins-Angels Preview 2011-08-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/twins-angels-preview-2011-08-01.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2011 16:38:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels were nearly no-hit at the conclusion oftheir 10-game road trip, a hotly contested game that saw tempersflair and the ejection of their ace.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-08-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-08-01.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2011 16:38:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MLB trade deadline winners and losers]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mlb-trade-deadline-winners-and-losers.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2011 13:53:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The champs may have scored best prize, but Series foe is thedeadline winner.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-08-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-08-01.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2011 02:28:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured left ankle) went on the 15-day disabled list retroa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-08-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-08-01.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2011 02:28:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jered Weaver took the loss in Sunday's game, allowing three runs on four hits in 6 2/3 innings. It was his first loss since May 18, the first time he has given up more than two runs in a game since June 8 and the first time he allowed two home runs ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-08-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-08-01.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2011 02:28:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was billed as a showdown between the American League's two best pitchers this season -- and it more than lived up to the billing.Angels ace Jered Weaver and Tigers ace Justin Verlander squared off at Comerica Park Sunday afternoon, with Verlander getti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Key trades reboot the pennant races ]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/key-trades-reboot-the-pennant-races.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:52:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jon Paul Morosi reveals the trades that will shake up the pennantchase.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Royals 5, Indians 3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/royals-5-indians-3.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:50:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Not even word that pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez had passed hisphysical could put a smile on Manny Acta's face Sundayafternoon.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Matt Smoral 2011-08-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-matt-smoral-2011-08-01.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:34:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Verlander loses no-hitter but earns win]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/verlander-loses-no-hitter-but-earns-win.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2011 20:38:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tigers ace wins showdown in Motown.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indians-Red Sox Preview]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/indians-red-sox-preview.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2011 20:36:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Both the Cleveland Indians and Boston Red Sox bolstered theirstarting rotations with deals at the trade deadline to strengthentheir playoff chances.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Kayden Porter]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-kayden-porter.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2011 19:33:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indians 5, Royals 2]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/indians-5-royals-2.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2011 06:26:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt LaPorta's big swing in the ninth inning wasn't the onlydrama from the Cleveland Indians on Saturday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-07-31]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-07-31.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2011 06:26:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MLB Trade Deadline Podcast - Part 3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mlb-trade-deadline-podcast-part-3.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2011 00:33:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MLB Trade Deadline Podcast - Part 2]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mlb-trade-deadline-podcast-part-2.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2011 00:33:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MLB Trade Deadline Podcast - Part 1]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mlb-trade-deadline-podcast-part-1.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2011 00:33:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haren notches another day-game victory]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/haren-notches-another-day-game-victory.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 Jul 2011 23:20:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Haren basks in another day-game victory.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Tigers Preview 2011-07-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-tigers-preview-2011-07-30.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 Jul 2011 20:58:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jered Weaver and Justin Verlander are both serious AL Cy YoungAward contenders also hoping to lead their respective teams to thepostseason.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Fister heading to Tigers]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/sources-fister-heading-to-tigers.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 Jul 2011 16:30:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Tigers have acquired right-handed pitchers Doug Fister andDavid Pauley from the Mariners, major-league sources confirmed toFOXSports.com.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-30.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 Jul 2011 08:33:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured left ankle) went on the 15-day disabled list retroa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-30.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 Jul 2011 08:33:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Tyler Chatwood followed up his impressive no-walk performance in Baltimore with five strong innings Friday. But Chatwood hit a batter, walked a batter and gave up three consecutive hits, leading to four runs and a loss in Detroit. The Tigers scored ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-30.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 Jul 2011 08:33:35 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's a showdown between the two best pitchers in the American League, frontrunners in the Cy Young race. The Angels' Jered Weaver and Tigers' Justin Verlander will square off Sunday at Comerica Park."It's going to be a good time," Weaver said of the match]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tigers 12, Angels 2]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/tigers-12-angels-2.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 30 Jul 2011 02:56:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rick Porcello doesn't know what happened at the beginning ofJuly.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Tigers Preview 2011-07-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-tigers-preview-2011-07-29.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2011 23:52:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dan Haren has been unstoppable in day starts as he heads intothe only AL ballpark he has pitched in and never won.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Royals-Indians Preview 2011-07-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/royals-indians-preview-2011-07-29.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2011 20:18:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the Cleveland Indians' performance over the previous weekwasn't enough of a cry for offensive help, their latest effort atthe plate certainly did the trick.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harrison sharp again in crucial win]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/harrison-sharp-again-in-crucial-win.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2011 18:23:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ARLINGTON - The American League West race entered the pressurephase Thursday. In the Rangers front office, the executivescontinued to push for a deal with San Diego (Heath Bell) or Oakland(Andrew Bailey) that would bring bullpen help by Sunday'swaiver-dri]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-29.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:26:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured left ankle) went on the 15-day disabled list retroa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-29.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:26:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Ervin Santana said he saved the ball from the final out of his no-hitter Wednesday and will give it to his parents, who watched the game on television in Southern California Wednesday morning (it was a 9 a.m. PDT start). His jersey and another game-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-29.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:26:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rookie first baseman Mark Trumbo has given the Angels more than they could have hoped for in a season when any offensive production is a godsend."Trumbo, man, that's pretty impressive," second baseman Howie Kendrick said of the rookie who leads the team w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ervin Santana pitches no-hitter for Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/ervin-santana-pitches-no-hitter-for-angels.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:26:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CLEVELAND (AP) Sharp from his first pitch, Ervin Santana camefull cycle against the Cleveland Indians. Santana threw the first solo no-hitter for the Angels in nearly 27 years andexacted some long overdue revenge, leading Los Angeles over theIndians 3-1 W]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sellers have the edge at trade deadline]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/sellers-have-the-edge-at-trade-deadline.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2011 22:18:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[History proves that sellers have the upper hand at trade deadline.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 12, Tigers 7]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-12-tigers-7.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2011 21:48:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Trumbo isn't your typical seventh hitter.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Royals-Indians Preview]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/royals-indians-preview.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2011 19:24:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the Cleveland Indians' performance over the previous weekwasn't enough of a cry for offensive help, their latest effort atthe plate certainly did the trick.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Tigers Preview 2011-07-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-tigers-preview-2011-07-28.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2011 18:56:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels had their string of stellar pitchingefforts snapped in their series opener against the Detroit Tigers,but it didn't stop them from earning yet another victory.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santana Tosses Historic Gem]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/santana-tosses-historic-gem.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2011 12:33:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards may come to regret Rasmus deal]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/cards-may-come-to-regret-rasmus-deal.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2011 04:39:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Will trading Rasmus come back to haunt Cardinals?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-28.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2011 04:28:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--1B Kendrys Morales (fractured left ankle) went on the 15-day disabled list retroa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-28.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2011 04:28:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Ervin Santana's no-hitter Wednesday was the third in the major leagues this season -- and all three pitchers had losing records going into their no-hitters. Twins LHP Francisco Liriano was 1-4 before no-hitting the White Sox on May 3. Tigers RHP Jus]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-28.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2011 04:28:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In his start against the Orioles last weekend, Angels right-hander Ervin Santana flirted with a no-hitter.On Wednesday, he went home with one.Santana pitched the third no-hitter in the major leagues this season, allowing an unearned run in the first innin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two no-hitters within 20 miles in one day]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/two-no-hitters-within-20-miles-in-one-day.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2011 02:54:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ervin Santana's no-hitter at Progressive Field had companyalmost as soon as it was over.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Tigers Preview 2011-07-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-tigers-preview-2011-07-27.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 21:06:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels' first no-hitter in 21 years was also thelatest in a string of stellar pitching performances.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels' Santana no-hits the Indians]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-santana-no-hits-the-indians.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 14:36:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels' Santana tosses no-hitter against Indians.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Notes: Fearless Amaro GM to watch]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-fearless-amaro-gm-to-watch.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 04:17:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Who's gonna pull off the biggest deal? My money's on this guy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-27.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 03:57:01 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--3B Freddy Sandoval (left side muscle strain) was injured March 3, and he went on ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-27.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 03:56:58 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jered Weaver went seven innings, allowing just one run on a Matt LaPorta home run. It was the 12th time this season Weaver has gone at least seven innings while allowing no more than one run in a start, the most in the majors. He has done it in seve]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-27.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 03:56:56 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After rookie closer Jordan Walden allowed two runs in the ninth inning Monday at Cleveland, blowing his seventh save of the season (tied for the most in the majors) and taking the loss, Angels manager Mike Scioscia said the rookie would "get the ball in t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Latest MLB trade deadline news]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/latest-mlb-trade-deadline-news.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 03:37:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[FOXSports.com keeps you up to speed at the MLB trade deadline.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-07-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-07-27.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 03:37:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels escape in 9th to edge Indians]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-escape-in-9th-to-edge-indians.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 01:54:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jered Weaver earned his eighth straight win as Mark Trumbodoubled home two runs and the Los Angeles Angels defeated theCleveland Indians 2-1 on Tuesday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Indians Preview 2011-07-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-indians-preview-2011-07-27.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 00:50:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia said that ErvinSantana's record doesn't paint a good picture of how well he'spitched lately. It's pretty clear how poorly Santana has performedin Cleveland.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-26.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 03:48:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--3B Freddy Sandoval (left side muscle strain) was injured March 3, and he went on ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-26.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 03:48:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Dan Haren bounced back from two poor starts during which he was bothered by lower back stiffness. He allowed a run on two hits in the first inning at Cleveland on Monday, but only one more hit in his 7 2/3 innings while matching a season-high with 1]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-26.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 03:48:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A year ago Monday, the Angels acquired right-hander Dan Haren from the Diamondbacks. Three days earlier, they had made a trade for third baseman Alberto Callaspo.Two years ago at this time, they were deep into trade talks aimed at acquiring right-hander R]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kipnis' 1st career hit wins it for Indians in 9th]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/kipnis-1st-career-hit-wins-it-for-indians-in-9th.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 03:30:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cleveland Indians' slogan throughout a season of improbablecomeback wins has been ''What If?'']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Hunter Virant]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-hunter-virant.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 02:31:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kipnis' hit rallies Indians past Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/kipnis-hit-rallies-indians-past-angels.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 02:30:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jason Kipnis delivered his first career hit with the basesloaded and two outs in the ninth inning to give the ClevelandIndians a 3-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Mondaynight.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins-Rangers Preview 2011-07-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/twins-rangers-preview-2011-07-26.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 01:46:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[C.J. Wilson said he can't expect to win unless he's perfect. TheTexas Rangers left-hander could afford quite a few mistakes in hisnext outing if his teammates come anywhere close to their lastoffensive performance.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Indians Preview 2011-07-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-indians-preview-2011-07-26.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 00:40:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Jered Weaver pitching as well as he has, the Los AngelesAngels haven't had to worry about losing streaks getting too out ofhand.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-07-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-07-26.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 00:40:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL standings 2011-07-26]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/al-standings-2011-07-26.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 00:25:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AL standings East W L Pct GB Boston 62 37 .626 ? New York 59 40 .596 3 Tampa Bay 53 47 .530 9 1/2 Toronto 51 51 .500 12 1/2 Baltimore 40 58 .408 21 1/2 Central W L Pct GB Detroit 54 47 .535 ? Cleveland 51 48 .515 2 WHITE SOX 49 51 .490 4 1/2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels can't hold lead in 9th, fall to Indians 3-2]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-can-t-hold-lead-in-9th-fall-to-indians-3-2.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 23:44:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Scioscia's ninth-inning gamble paid off, though it couldn'tsave the Los Angeles Angels from a tough defeat Monday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-25.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 09:07:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 10. He will treat the problem with rest and rehab.--3B Freddy Sandoval (left side muscle strain) was injured March 3, and he went on ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-25.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 09:07:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Tyler Chatwood went seven innings for the victory Sunday over Baltimore, allowing two runs on a home run by Adam Jones but not walking a batter. It was the first time in 19 major league starts Chatwood has not walked at least one batter. He went int]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-25.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 09:07:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Abreu puzzled by his deep slump Angels DH Bobby Abreu says he doesn't have any answers to explain the slump he finds himself in this month."I don't know. I really don't know what's going on," said Abreu, who was 1-for-4 Sunday in a 9-3 win over Baltimore ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Carson Fulmer]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-carson-fulmer.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 03:32:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins-Rangers Preview 2011-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/twins-rangers-preview-2011-07-25.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:22:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Having lost a little ground in the AL Central standingsfollowing their longest homestand of the year, the Minnesota Twinshope to gain that back and much more during an extended roadtrip.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-07-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-07-25.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:22:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Indians Preview 2011-07-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-indians-preview-2011-07-24.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 Jul 2011 19:00:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels have the AL's best record over the lastsix weeks, but still have ground to make up in the West.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cruz control]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/cruz-control.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 Jul 2011 18:22:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ARLINGTON - Nelson Cruz bats in the spot that lends itself topicking up RBIs by the bunches: No. 6 in the Rangers' order. After running the gantlet of Josh Hamilton, Adrian Beltre andMichael Young, an opposing pitcher tries to catch his breath. Thatis whe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 3, Angels 2]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/orioles-3-angels-2.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 24 Jul 2011 02:50:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Luke Scott out for the season and Vladimir Guerrero on thedisabled list, the Baltimore Orioles are desperate for productionfrom the middle of the lineup.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-23.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 Jul 2011 06:27:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Peter Bourjos (right hamstring tightness) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to July 8. He was activated after the July 22 game and will return to the lineup July 23.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-23.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 Jul 2011 06:27:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Mike Trout reached base three times in Friday's victory over Baltimore. He had a single in his first at-bat, a double and a run scored to get the Angels' first run in the seventh inning and reached on an error in the ninth, stole his first base in th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-23.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 Jul 2011 06:26:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trout likely headed back to minors soon Angels outfielder Peter Bourjos went through a full workout Friday afternoon, testing his injured hamstring by running the bases at full speed. "Everything felt good," Bourjos said.Bourjos was activated from the dis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 6, Orioles 1]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-6-orioles-1.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 Jul 2011 03:28:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ervin Santana ended his personal losing streak on the road andhelped the Los Angeles Angels secure their first win over theBaltimore Orioles in nearly two years.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-07-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-07-23.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 Jul 2011 03:28:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Orioles Preview 2011-07-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-orioles-preview-2011-07-23.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 Jul 2011 00:34:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels have hardly been an offensive juggernautsince the All-Star break, but they appear to be heading in theright direction. So does Angels left fielder Vernon Wells.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL standings 2011-07-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/al-standings-2011-07-23.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 Jul 2011 00:24:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AL standings East W L Pct GB Boston 59 37 .615 ? New York 57 39 .594 2 Tampa Bay 52 45 .536 7 1/2 Toronto 50 49 .505 10 1/2 Baltimore 39 56 .411 19 1/2 Central W L Pct GB Detroit 52 46 .531 ? Cleveland 51 46 .526 1/2 WHITE SOX 47 51 .480 5]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drop of bad luck]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/drop-of-bad-luck.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 18:24:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif. - Andy Hawkins can relate. Sitting out in the sun tending to Rangers relievers Thursday, Hawkinswas the one man in Angels Stadium who could understand thefrustration C.J. Wilson had to feel. Well, unless Orange Countyresident and former Ra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers Report 2011-07-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-report-2011-07-22.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 18:24:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEXT vs. Toronto, 7:05 p.m. today (Ch. 21) SCOUTING THE STARTERS Rangers starter: RHP Colby Lewis(9-7, 4.07 ERA) threw a career-high 121 pitches in 8.2 shutoutinnings against Seattle on Sunday before being lifted with two menon base. Lewis' last poor star]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-22.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 08:40:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Peter Bourjos (right hamstring tightness) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to July 8. He hopes to return July 23, the first day he is eligible to be activated.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-22.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 08:40:01 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Fernando Rodney was activated from the disabled list following Thursday's game. Rodney made two rehab appearances with Class A Inland Empire, allowing two runs in one inning Saturday, then throwing a scoreless inning Wednesday. He has been on the DL]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-22.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 08:39:58 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels didn't want to make too much of it.Still, their series victory over the Texas Rangers in Anaheim this week -- and the fashion in which they won back-to-back games Wednesday and Thursday -- could not have been bigger.The Rangers came to town wit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Like it or not, Cruz gets rest]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/like-it-or-not-cruz-gets-rest.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:25:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif. - Outfielder Nelson Cruz, the one Rangers hitter who seems to havestumbled out of the second-half gate, got a day offWednesdayagainst the Los Angeles Angels. "I just thought he needed it," manager Ron Washington said."There are some times ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five-run lead, win streak vanish]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/five-run-lead-win-streak-vanish.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:25:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif. - Pitching and defense built the Rangers' 12-game winning streak, andpitching and defense tore it down Wednesday. Or, perhaps put more bluntly: It was the lack of both. The winning streak came to screeching halt with an ugly 9-8 lossto Los]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Orioles Preview 2011-07-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-orioles-preview-2011-07-22.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:00:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although his team is inching closer to the AL West lead, LosAngeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia knows his club has to hitbetter. The Angels couldn't have hit any worse in their last serieswith the Baltimore Orioles.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weaver, Angels blank Rangers 1-0]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/weaver-angels-blank-rangers-1-0.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2011 23:42:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Less than two weeks after sharing a dugout and clubhouse at theAll-Star game, Jered Weaver and C.J. Wilson were all business in ariveting duel between aces.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blue Jays-Rangers Preview 2011-07-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/blue-jays-rangers-preview-2011-07-21.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2011 21:22:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While Texas and Toronto are playing well, the Rangers have a fargreater chance of returning to the playoffs while the Blue Jays'postseason drought appears as if it will continue.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutingBaseball Live Chat - 7/21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scoutingbaseball-live-chat-7/21.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2011 13:33:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six-run sixth inning powers Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/six-run-sixth-inning-powers-angels.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2011 05:34:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Howie Kendrick had three hits and four RBIs, including atiebreaking two-run single, and the Los Angeles Angels snapped theTexas Rangers' 12-game winning streak with a come-from-behind 9-8victory Wednesday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-21.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2011 04:58:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Peter Bourjos (right hamstring tightness) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to July 8. He hopes to return July 23, the first day he is eligible to be activated.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers-Angels Preview 2011-07-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-angels-preview-2011-07-21.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2011 02:54:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After the Texas Rangers' season-high 12-game win streak came toan end in a high-scoring affair, runs could be at a premium in thefinale of their three-game set against the Los Angeles Angels.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ScoutingBaseball.com Live Chat - 7/21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scoutingbaseball-com-live-chat-7/21.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2011 23:34:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers 11, Diamondbacks 3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/brewers-11-diamondbacks-3.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2011 05:46:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Yuniesky Betancourt doesn't want tobe thought of as a second-half player, only a consistent one.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-20.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2011 03:48:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Peter Bourjos (right hamstring tightness) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to July 8. He hopes to return July 23, the first day he is eligible to be activated.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-20.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2011 03:48:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Fernando Rodney will continue his rehab assignment with Class A Inland Empire on Wednesday. Rodney pitched one inning for the 66ers on Saturday, allowing two runs on two hits and a walk. 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They lost moregames than any team in American League history. They were last inruns scored. They were next-to-last in runs allowed. They gotoutscored]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coming to grips]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/coming-to-grips.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 18:25:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif. - The AL West race starts in earnest Tuesdaynight. Seattle and Oakland will spend the final 10 weeks decidingwhich has the worst offense in the DH era, while the Rangers and Los Angeles Angelsengage in a two-team race for the division titl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ryan rests in hospital]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/ryan-rests-in-hospital.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 18:25:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif. - Rangers president and CEO Nolan Ryanhas been hospitalized in Houston after experiencing what isbelieved to be a recurrence of the heart condition for which he haspreviously been treated.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Which GMs are on the hot seat?]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/which-gms-are-on-the-hot-seat.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 06:24:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As trade deadline approaches, general managers are feeling as muchheat as the players.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-19]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-19.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 05:02:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Peter Bourjos (right hamstring tightness) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to July 8. He hopes to return July 23, the first day he is eligible to be activated.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-19]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-19.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 05:02:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Torii Hunter turned 36 Monday in the midst of his worst season in the majors. Hunter is hitless in his first 15 at-bats since the All-Star break, dropping his batting average to .239 and his slugging percentage to .379. That is the lowest they have b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-19]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-19.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 05:02:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even while they were winning 19 of their final 25 games before the All-Star break, the Angels did not suddenly morph into an offensive juggernaut that scored runs in bunches.They averaged 4.28 runs per game during that stretch, not that impressive unless ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jackson's grand slam powers A's past Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/jackson-s-grand-slam-powers-a-s-past-angels.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:26:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In celebrating the 1980s at O.co Coliseum on Sunday, the A'sstaged a pretty impressive revival of the Bash Brothers in a 9-1rout of the Los Angeles Angels . For good measure, Gio Gonzalez performed his own rendition of "UCan't Touch This" for bobblehead g]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The MLB Report / Scores and fast facts 2011-07-19]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/the-mlb-report-/-scores-and-fast-facts-2011-07-19.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:25:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[>American League Detroit 4, Chicago White Sox 3: Carlos Guillen hit a tiebreakingRBI single in a three-run sixth inning, and the Tigers came backfrom a 3-0 deficit to avoid a three-game sweep. N.Y . Yankees 7, Toronto 2: Brett Gardnerhad three hits and Cu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-18.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2011 23:44:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Peter Bourjos (right hamstring tightness) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to July 8.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to June 9. He started a throwing program in mid-June]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-18.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2011 23:44:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Torii Hunter turned 36 Monday in the midst of his worst season in the majors. Hunter is hitless in his first 15 at-bats since the All-Star break, dropping his batting average to .239 and his slugging percentage to .379. That is the lowest they have b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-18.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2011 23:44:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even while they were winning 19 of their final 25 games before the All-Star break, the Angels did not suddenly morph into an offensive juggernaut that scored runs in bunches. They averaged 4.28 runs per game during that stretch, not that impressive unless]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who should buy, sell or hold]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/who-should-buy-sell-or-hold.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2011 10:24:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pirates one of teams that should be buyers at trade deadline, JonPaul Morosi says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-07-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-07-18.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2011 10:24:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oakland A's win second game, split doubleheader against Los Angeles Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/oakland-a-s-win-second-game-split-doubleheader-against-los-angeles-angels.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2011 04:23:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A's fans got all the baseball they could handle in Saturday'sdoubleheader. In the end, they also got a victory. After Oakland spent most of the day squandering opportunitieswith runners in scoring position, Scott Sizemore's 10th-inning,two-out walk-off si]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Josh Henderson]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-josh-henderson.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:34:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The MLB Report / Scores and fast facts 2011-07-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/the-mlb-report-/-scores-and-fast-facts-2011-07-18.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:24:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[> American League L.A. Angels 4, Oakland 2, 1st game: Jered Weaver held Oaklandhitless until the fifth inning and won his sixth straight decision.Erick Aybar homered and Bobby Abreu drove in two runs as the Angelswon for the ninth time in 11 games. Oaklan]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Athletics 9, Angels 1]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/athletics-9-angels-1.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:10:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Conor Jackson fumbled through his locker and pulled out anunused baseball bat and ball, added his signature to both, thenhanded them over to Oakland Athletics' equipment manager SteveVucinich.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-17.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 Jul 2011 23:48:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Peter Bourjos (right hamstring tightness) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to July 8.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to June 9. He started a throwing program in mid-June]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-17.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 Jul 2011 23:48:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jered Weaver's win in Oakland on Saturday gives him a 12-4 record and 1.90 ERA through 20 starts. Weaver is the first pitcher with at least 12 wins and an ERA under 2.00 in his first 20 starts of a season since Pedro Martinez was 13-4 with a 1.46 ER]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-17.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 Jul 2011 23:48:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trout continues to look like a keeper To say Angels manager Mike Scioscia is impressed with top prospect Mike Trout is an understatement. Scioscia talks glowingly of the outfielder's "incredible skill set" and combination of size, strength and speed you d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Athletics 4, Angels 3(10)]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/athletics-4-angels-3-10.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 Jul 2011 04:16:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Torii Hunter stared into his locker after going hitless in eighttrips to the plate during the first scheduled doubleheader in themajor leagues in eight years.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Athletics Preview 2011-07-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-athletics-preview-2011-07-17.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 Jul 2011 01:44:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gio Gonzalez didn't resemble an All-Star in his most recentouting for the Oakland Athletics. That's rarely the case at home,and the Los Angeles Angels are well aware.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Willingham homers in A's win over Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/willingham-homers-in-a-s-win-over-angels.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 Jul 2011 00:24:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[OAKLAND (AP) Josh Willingham homered and drove in two runs,Jemile Weeks singled twice and scored, and the Oakland Athleticsbeat the Los Angeles Angels 5-3 on Friday night. Brandon McCarthy (2-5) pitched into the sixth inning and matchedhis season-high of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL standings 2011-07-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/al-standings-2011-07-17.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 Jul 2011 00:24:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AL standings East W L Pct GB Boston 55 36 .604 &#226;&#128;&#148; New York 53 37 .589 1 1/2 Tampa Bay 50 41 .549 5 Toronto 47 47 .500 9 1/2 Baltimore 36 54 .400 18 1/2 Central W L Pct GB Cleveland 49 42 .538 &#226;&#128;&#148; Detroit 49 44 .527 1 WHITE S]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oakland A's drop first game of doubleheader against Los Angeles Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/oakland-a-s-drop-first-game-of-doubleheader-against-los-angeles-angels.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 Jul 2011 00:24:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The A's rallied late but fell 4-2 in the first game of adoubleheader against the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 4, Athletics 2 2011-07-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-4-athletics-2-2011-07-17.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 Jul 2011 00:20:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jered Weaver needed a few pitches to get his mind back into theswing of things. It had been nine days since he started - exceptfor the All-Star game, that is.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rodriguez says deal was a pleasant surprise | Newest Brewer 'shocked' after Mets traded him]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rodriguez-says-deal-was-a-pleasant-surprise-|-newest-brewer--shocked-after-mets-traded-him.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Jul 2011 18:23:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Denver - A few handshakes, a few hugs. A meeting with managerRon Roenicke. A new uniform. That's how the Milwaukee Brewers welcomed Francisco Rodriguezon Thursday at Coors Field as "KRod" entered his new clubhouse forthe first time since being traded by t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Athletics Preview 2011-07-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-athletics-preview-2011-07-16.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Jul 2011 06:56:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels and Oakland Athletics are goingold-school Saturday, and it will have nothing to do with throwbackuniforms.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-07-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-07-16.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Jul 2011 06:56:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Athletics 5, Angels 3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/athletics-5-angels-3.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Jul 2011 06:20:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brandon McCarthy won for the first time in nearly three monthsbut it was teammate Josh Willingham's home run into the second deckthat had the Oakland Athletics' clubhouse buzzing.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-16.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Jul 2011 05:59:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Peter Bourjos (right hamstring tightness) left the July 7 game. A MRI exam July 8 revealed no significant damage, according to GM Tony Reagins. He took batting practice and did some light running July 14, but on July 15, he was placed o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-16.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Jul 2011 05:59:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Fernando Rodney will start a minor-league injury-rehabilitation assignment with Class-A Inland Empire on Saturday. Rodney has been on the disabled list since June 9 with an upper-back strain. Angels manager Mike Scioscia said the team would determin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-16.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Jul 2011 05:58:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Peter Bourjos' legs are not something with which the Angels want to take any chances.The speedy outfielder's strained hamstring "did not respond well" after a workout Thursday and he was placed on the 15-day disabled list Friday. The move is retroactive t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers and Rodriguez rework contract option]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/brewers-and-rodriguez-rework-contract-option.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 Jul 2011 01:20:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Milwaukee Brewers and newly acquired reliever FranciscoRodriguez have reworked his contract to alter the terms of a $17.5million option for next year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[LF Vernon Wells a late scratch for Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/lf-vernon-wells-a-late-scratch-for-angels.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2011 21:56:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels outfielder Vernon Wells is ill and has been scratchedfrom the lineup against the Oakland Athletics.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[DOOR OPEN FOR TWO CLOSERS;THE BREWERS INTEND TO SPLIT THE ROLE BETWEEN FRANCISCO RODRIGUEZ AND]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/door-open-for-two-closers-the-brewers-intend-to-split-the-role-between-francisco-rodriguez-and.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2011 06:26:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Doug Melvin headed out Tuesday morning in search of a cup ofcoffee and came back with what he hopes is a key component to apennant winner. The Milwaukee Brewers' general manager was inChicago and on his way to a Starbucks when he got a phone call fromSand]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-15.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2011 05:00:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Peter Bourjos (right hamstring tightness) left the July 7 game. A MRI exam July 8 revealed no significant damage, according to GM Tony Reagins. He took batting practice and did some light running July 14, and he was expected to be activ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-15.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2011 05:00:01 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Peter Bourjos took batting practice and did some light running during the Angels' optional workout Thursday. He said his injured hamstring is "feeling a lot better" and he expects to play "at some point" during the weekend series in Oakland. Bourjos ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-15.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2011 04:59:58 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels remain a team built around its pitching. But it could be the offense that determines the Angels' fate in the second half of the season.The pitching, the starting rotation led by right-handers Jered Weaver and Dan Haren, in particular, has been ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Athletics Preview 2011-07-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-athletics-preview-2011-07-14.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 23:40:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels are hoping the All-Star break didn'thamper any of their momentum.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-14.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 21:30:40 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Peter Bourjos (right hamstring tightness) left the July 7 game. A MRI exam July 8 revealed no significant damage, according to GM Tony Reagins. Bourjos is expected to return shortly after the All-Star break. He took batting practice and]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-14.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 21:30:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Peter Bourjos took batting practice and did some light running during the Angels' optional workout Thursday. He said his injured hamstring is "feeling a lot better" and he expects to play "at some point" during the weekend series in Oakland. Bourjos ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-14.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 21:30:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels remain a team built around its pitching. But it could be the offense that determines the Angels' fate in the second half of the season.The pitching, the starting rotation led by right-handers Jered Weaver and Dan Haren, in particular, has been ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Midseason Top 20 Prospects]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/midseason-top-20-prospects.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 02:32:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sports in Marin: Tuesday, Wednesday]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/sports-in-marin-tuesday-wednesday.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:29:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tuesday's local events SEMI-PRO BASEBALL &#194; &#194; &#194; &#194; &#194; Time &#194; &#194; &#194; &#194; &#194; Place Bay Area Warriors at Colt 45s &#194; &#194; &#194; &#194; &#194; 5 p.m. &#194; &#194; &#194; &#194; &#194; Campolindo Novato Knicks v]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hit by a high withdrawal rate | Injuries, rule force players out]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/hit-by-a-high-withdrawal-rate-|-injuries-rule-force-players-out.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:29:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Phoenix - By the time all of the invitations went out, not everyplayer in the major leagues was asked to play in the All-StarGame. It only seemed that way. With injuries and pitcherunavailability causing one player after another to withdraw, arecord 83 pl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-07-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-07-14.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:29:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rodriguez, Axford co-closers for Brewers?]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rodriguez-axford-co-closers-for-brewers.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2011 23:40:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With their trade for Francisco Rodriguez, the Milwaukee Brewersnow can call on a pair of potential closers. And in a tenseninth-inning situation, it sounds as if either Rodriguez or JohnAxford could get in the game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Injuries to stars mar 1st half of baseball season]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/injuries-to-stars-mar-1st-half-of-baseball-season.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2011 17:58:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[From Derek Jeter to Albert Pujols and Joe Mauer, you could puttogether an All-Star team just from the guys who have been stuck onthe disabled list this season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mid-Season Top 20 Prospects Live Chat]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mid-season-top-20-prospects-live-chat.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2011 15:33:00 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Surprising deal might not please K-Rod]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/surprising-deal-might-not-please-k-rod.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2011 09:01:27 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How Rodriguez will react to trade is anybody's guess.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[All-Star Game needs more changing]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/all-star-game-needs-more-changing.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2011 07:40:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AL hurt by rule keeping aces like Verlander off mound.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NL Stars 5, AL Stars 1]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/nl-stars-5-al-stars-1.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2011 06:52:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Prince Fielder's three-run homer sailed over the left-field wallat Chase Field, and the conveyor belt from the National Leaguebullpen began.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scorecard: By the numbers]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scorecard-by-the-numbers.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2011 06:25:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[HOME RUN DERBY Monday's results, at Chase Field, Phoenix, Ariz. First round Tot Long Adrian Gonzalez, Boston 9 447 Robinson Cano, N.Y. Yankees 8 472 Prince Fielder, Milwaukee 5 452 David Ortiz, Boston 5 452 Matt Holliday, St. Louis 5 443 Jose Bautista, To]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-13.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2011 05:35:35 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Peter Bourjos (right hamstring tightness) left the July 7 game. A MRI exam July 8 revealed no significant damage, according to GM Tony Reagins. Bourjos is expected to return shortly after the All-Star break.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-13.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2011 05:35:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Mark Trumbo hit a two-run home run in the fourth inning of Sunday's 4-2 win over the Mariners. That was his 17th home run of the season, tying Tim Salmon for the Angels' rookie record for home runs before the All-Star break. Salmon hit 17 before the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-13.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2011 05:35:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No team in baseball should have been more sorry to see the All-Star break arrive.After languishing through the first two months of the season with an offense incapable of supporting one of the best starting rotations in the American League, the Angels fin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[X Factors: Second-half players to watch]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/x-factors-second-half-players-to-watch.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2011 03:29:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Second half could hinge on A-Rod's bum knee as season hits highgear.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Francisco Rodriguez dealt to Brewers]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/francisco-rodriguez-dealt-to-brewers.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2011 00:04:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets have traded closer Francisco Rodriguez to theMilwaukee Brewers for two players to be named.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[1995 AND THE HITS JUST KEEP ON COMING 2011 - BREAKING DOWN DEREK JETER'S 3,003 HITS]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/1995-and-the-hits-just-keep-on-coming-2011-breaking-down-derek-jeter-s-3-003-hits.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2011 18:25:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[HIT #1 May 30, 1995 Seattle Kingdome off Tim Belcher Jeter hit a split-finger pitch for a single in the fifth inning,batting ninth in the Yankees &#226;&#128;&#153;lineup. By Team Baltimore Orioles 303 Boston Red Sox 286 Toronto Blue Jays 285]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BELTRAN'S STAR SHINING BRIGHT - MIDSUMMER CLASSIC LETS METS SHOWCASE CARLOS]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/beltran-s-star-shining-bright-midsummer-classic-lets-mets-showcase-carlos.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2011 18:24:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PHOENIX - Carlos Beltran, wearing a jersey with the word"National" across his chest, looked good in another uniform lastnight during the All-Star Game workout. Get used to it, Mets fans. The All-Star Game is the time to showcase talent and the Mets are ge]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-07-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-07-12.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2011 18:24:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-12.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2011 00:13:43 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Peter Bourjos (right hamstring tightness) left the July 7 game. A MRI exam July 8 revealed no significant damage, according to GM Tony Reagins. Bourjos is expected to return shortly after the All-Star break.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-12.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2011 00:13:41 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Mark Trumbo hit a two-run home run in the fourth inning of Sunday's 4-2 win over the Mariners. That was his 17th home run of the season, tying Tim Salmon for the Angels' rookie record for home runs before the All-Star break. Salmon hit 17 before the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-12.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2011 00:13:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No team in baseball should have been more sorry to see the All-Star break arrive.After languishing through the first two months of the season with an offense incapable of supporting one of the best starting rotations in the American League, the Angels fin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jackson wants All-Stars to speak out]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/jackson-wants-all-stars-to-speak-out.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2011 00:02:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rev. Jesse Jackson is urging baseball's All-Stars to speakout against the Arizona immigration law, saying they should followthe example set by Jackie Robinson when he broke the game's colorbarrier more than a half-century ago.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Halladay, Weaver get starting All-Star nods]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/halladay-weaver-get-starting-all-star-nods.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 23:54:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pitching has again become the dominant force in baseball overthe past couple of years, the hitters not standing much of a chanceagainst all those arms.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL Stars-NL Stars Preview]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/al-stars-nl-stars-preview.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 19:58:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pitching has again become the dominant force in baseball overthe past couple of years, the hitters not standing much of a chanceagainst all those arms.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers Report 2011-07-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rangers-report-2011-07-11.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 18:28:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEXT vs. Oakland 2:05 p.m. today (FSSW) SCOUTING THE STARTERS Rangers starter: LHP Matt Harrison(6-7, 3.28 ERA) has been extremely consistent since a 12/3-inningouting in early May. He has gone at least six innings in nine ofhis last 10 starts and qualifi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Handing out MVP awards a little early]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/handing-out-mvp-awards-a-little-early.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 16:24:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You can't ignore Bautista's power numbers at this point.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Halladay, Weaver to start All-Star Game]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/halladay-weaver-to-start-all-star-game.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 12:58:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Philadelphia's Roy Halladay will start for the National Leaguein Tuesday night's All-Star game against the Los Angeles Angels'Jered Weaver.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-11.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 02:06:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Peter Bourjos (right hamstring tightness) left the July 7 game. A MRI exam July 8 revealed no significant damage, according to GM Tony Reagins. Bourjos is expected to return shortly after the All-Star break.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-11.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 02:06:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Mark Trumbo hit a two-run home run in the fourth inning of Sunday's 4-2 win over the Mariners. That was his 17th home run of the season, tying Tim Salmon for the Angels' rookie record for home runs before the All-Star break. Salmon hit 17 before the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-11.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 02:06:51 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No team in baseball should have been more sorry to see the All-Star break arrive.After languishing through the first two months of the season with an offense incapable of supporting one of the best starting rotations in the American League, the Angels fin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harper's big league future is bright]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/harper-s-big-league-future-is-bright.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 01:20:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When it comes to Bryce Harper, believe the big league hype.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jered Weaver says he's starting for AL All-Stars]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/jered-weaver-says-he-s-starting-for-al-all-stars.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:54:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels ace Jered Weaver has been told he'll start for the AL inTuesday's All-Star game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[American League standings 2011-07-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/american-league-standings-2011-07-11.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:25:00 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[American League standings East W L Pct GB WCGB L10 Str Home Away Boston 54 35 .607 &#226;&#128;&#148; &#226;&#128;&#148; 9-1 W-527-17 27-18]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-07-11]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-07-11.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:25:00 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Werth's struggles followed by silence]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/werth-s-struggles-followed-by-silence.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:24:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jayson Werth is in a lonely place right now - and I'm nottalking about all those empty seats in the right-field stands. Theway he's swinging the bat, every pitcher looks like Roy Halladay(if not Christy Mathewson). Worse, he's new in Washington, so it'sno]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[8 more bow out of All-Star game; 16 in all]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/8-more-bow-out-of-all-star-game-16-in-all.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:13:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball could field an All-Star team just from the players whowill be missing from Tuesday's game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Players to tweet fans during Derby]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/players-to-tweet-fans-during-derby.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Jul 2011 19:06:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Want to let Jose Bautista or David Ortiz know how you felt aboutthat blast they hit into the Chase Field seats in the Home RunDerby? Just tweet him.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners again victims of three-ball walk]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mariners-again-victims-of-three-ball-walk.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Jul 2011 17:52:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For the second time in nine days, a batter has mistakenly walkedon a three-ball count against the Seattle Mariners.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 9, Mariners 3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-9-mariners-3.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Jul 2011 05:34:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Things have certainly changed over the past couple of weeks forthe Los Angeles Angels.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-07-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-07-10.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Jul 2011 05:34:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners-Angels Preview 2011-07-10]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mariners-angels-preview-2011-07-10.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Jul 2011 02:02:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Though he's not headed to the All-Star game at this time, DanHaren is closing the first half of the season as if he belongs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-09]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-09.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 Jul 2011 08:27:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Peter Bourjos (right hamstring tightness) left the July 7 game. A July 8 MRI revealed "no significant damage," according to GM Tony Reagins. Bourjos is expected to return shortly after the All-Star break.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper bac]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-09]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-09.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 Jul 2011 08:27:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Peter Bourjos had an MRI on his right hamstring after injuring it during Thursday's game. The MRI revealed "no significant damage," according to GM Tony Reagins. The Angels are optimistic that Bourjos will be ready to play again after the All-Star br]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-09]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-09.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 Jul 2011 08:27:43 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[To say Mike Trout's major-league debut was much-anticipated is probably an understatement. To say it was his long-awaited debut would not be accurate.The Angels promoted Trout, either the top-ranked or second-best prospect in baseball (depending on whose ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Konerko, Victorino elected to All-Star teams]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/konerko-victorino-elected-to-all-star-teams.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 Jul 2011 06:25:02 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CHICAGO (AP) Paul Konerko is going home. Major League Baseball announced Thursday that Konerko of theWhite Sox and Phillies outfielder Shane Victorino were picked forthe All-Star game in online fan voting. Next Tuesday's game is in Phoenix, making it extr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trumbo's walk-off blast fuel Halos]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/trumbo-s-walk-off-blast-fuel-halos.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 Jul 2011 05:50:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although Mike Trout got all the fanfare before his major leaguedebut, the Angels' prized teenage prospect quickly learned he'llhave plenty of talented company in Los Angeles' lineup of thefuture.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels beat Mariners on Trumbo's game-ending HR]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-beat-mariners-on-trumbo-s-game-ending-hr.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 Jul 2011 05:48:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although Mike Trout got all the fanfare before his major leaguedebut, the Angels' prized teenage prospect quickly learned he'llhave plenty of talented company in Los Angeles' lineup of thefuture.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners-Angels Preview 2011-07-09]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mariners-angels-preview-2011-07-09.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 Jul 2011 02:14:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Having won seven straight series entering this four-game set,the Los Angeles Angels still have some work to do this weekend ifthey want to extend that streak to eight.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels promote top prospect Mike Trout for debut]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-promote-top-prospect-mike-trout-for-debut.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 Jul 2011 01:50:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Trout is getting a sneak preview of the majors thisweekend, and the Los Angeles Angels are getting a tantalizing earlylook at the teenager who's considered the best prospect inbaseball.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Holland, Napoli pair up for gem]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/holland-napoli-pair-up-for-gem.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 18:24:43 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ARLINGTON - Was it the pitcher, or was it the catcher? Teamed with Mike Napoli, the pitcher-whisperer, for only thesecond time this season, Rangers left-hander Derek Hollandchanged directions again Thursday night. Holland rebounded from theworst start of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braves need some creative financing]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/braves-need-some-creative-financing.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 13:36:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cash-strapped Atlanta needs to get creative to upgrade.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 5, Mariners 1]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-5-mariners-1.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 05:46:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After mowing down the AL's meekest offense in his final startbefore the All-Star game, Jered Weaver is cautiously optimistic hisnext start will be against the NL's biggest bats.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-08.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 04:04:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Peter Bourjos (right hamstring tightness) left the July 7 game. He will be re-evaluated July 8.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to June 9. He started a throwing program during the we]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-08.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 04:04:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Peter Bourjos was 3-for-4 with an RBI double in Thursday's win, but he left the game after his double in the eighth inning with tightness in his right hamstring. Bourjos will be re-evaluated before Friday's game but is likely to have only limited ava]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-08.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 04:04:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels closer Jordan Walden had plans for the All-Star break. He and teammate Bobby Cassevah were going to spend some time in the mountains east of Los Angeles, relaxing on Big Bear Lake.Those plans have changed. Walden was named to the American League Al]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners-Angels Preview 2011-07-08]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mariners-angels-preview-2011-07-08.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 02:46:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ervin Santana was finally rewarded with a victory in his laststart for an excellent stretch on the mound.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2011 All-Star Futures Game Preview]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2011-all-star-futures-game-preview.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 01:33:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walden replacing Rivera in All-Star game]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/walden-replacing-rivera-in-all-star-game.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2011 22:26:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Los Angeles Angels closer Jordan Walden will replace MarianoRivera of the New York Yankees at the All-Star game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Max Fried]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-max-fried.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2011 21:31:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-07-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-07-07.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2011 21:31:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees would love life with Lee]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/yankees-would-love-life-with-lee.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2011 17:45:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Just imagine what life could have been like with Cliff Lee.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Joey Gallo]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-joey-gallo.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2011 15:33:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 5, Dodgers 3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mets-5-dodgers-3.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2011 06:42:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The connection between New York Mets closer Francisco Rodriguezand manager Terry Collins goes back to 1999, when Collins was inhis third and final season as manager of the Angels and Rodriguezwas in his first year of pro ball.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-07.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2011 04:14:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to June 9. He started a throwing program during the weekend of June 17-19, but stopped a few days later due to continued discomfort in his back. He restar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-07.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2011 04:14:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Tyler Chatwood allowed two unearned runs in 5 1/3 innings Wednesday, the seventh time in his last 12 starts that he has allowed one earned run or less. But that snapped a streak of four consecutive games in which Angels pitchers had allowed one run ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-07.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2011 04:14:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's not easy being a 21-year-old rookie pitcher trying to make your way in the major leagues.Angels right-hander Tyler Chatwood had that lesson come his way again Wednesday. He struggled to find the strike zone with veteran umpire Joe West behind the pla]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners-Angels Preview 2011-07-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mariners-angels-preview-2011-07-07.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2011 01:08:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jered Weaver and Doug Fister have pitched extremely well at mostpoints this season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[FINAL AL VOTING;]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/final-al-voting.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:26:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Catcher- 1, Alex Avila, Tigers, 4,144,384. 2, Russell Martin,Yankees, 3,646,033. 3, Joe Mauer, Twins, 2,308,436. 4, JarrodSaltalamacchia, Red Sox, 2,183,113. 5, Yorvit Torrealba, Rangers , 1,810,755. 6, CarlosSantana, Indians, 1,501,053. 7, J.P. Arencibia]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tigers 5, Angels 4 2011-07-07]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/tigers-5-angels-4-2011-07-07.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:26:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Miguel Cabrera wasn't concerned about Detroit's offensivestruggles the last two days. His remedy was for the Tigers to keepswinging they like have for much of the season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-06.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2011 08:02:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to June 9. He started a throwing program during the weekend of June 17-19, but stopped a few days later due to continued discomfort in his back. He restar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-06.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2011 08:02:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Dan Haren outpitched Tigers RHP Justin Verlander, winning a 1-0 duel Tuesday night. Haren allowed just two hits in going the distance for the shutout. It was his 100th career victory. Haren is one of 34 active pitchers with at least 100 wins, joinin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-06.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2011 08:02:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels had very high expectations for their outfield defense this season. With Gold Glove center fielders Torii Hunter and Vernon Wells moving to the corners to make room for the ridiculously rangy Peter Bourjos, the team expected it would have the be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Verlander outdueled by Haren in loss]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/verlander-outdueled-by-haren-in-loss.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2011 06:54:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Justin Verlander knew his winning streak was over the moment hestepped off the Angel Stadium mound, so he decided to go out with amemorable flourish.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-07-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-07-06.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2011 06:54:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 1, Tigers 0]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-1-tigers-0.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2011 06:24:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although Dan Haren shares most players' reverent awe for Detroitace Justin Verlander's power and talent, Haren has a few skillsworthy of their own showcase.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tigers-Angels Preview 2011-07-06]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/tigers-angels-preview-2011-07-06.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2011 02:28:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels have been nearly unhittable over theirlast four games.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels DH Bobby Abreu ejected in 1st inning]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-dh-bobby-abreu-ejected-in-1st-inning.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2011 23:16:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels designated hitter Bobby Abreu has been ejected from LosAngeles' game against Detroit for arguing after a strikeout.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TWO DANGEROUS - SWITCH-HITTERS JUMP-STARTING OFFENSES FOR YANKEES, METS]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/two-dangerous-switch-hitters-jump-starting-offenses-for-yankees-mets.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2011 18:31:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[IT IS a New York, New York, weekend and that feels right. Itworks either way. Because more than any other matchup Yankees vs. Mets - or Mets vs. Yankees - is a switch-hitter'sparadise. They arrived to the ongoing Subway Series with their offensesboth exce]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[STARRY-EYED 2011-07-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/starry-eyed-2011-07-05.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2011 18:31:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Three Rays were on the field for the startof last year's All-Star Game in Anaheim, Calif.: Carl Crawford wasin left, Evan Longoria at third and David Price on the moundthrowing the first pitch. Next week in Phoenix, there likely won't even be three Rays i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Trey Williams 2011-07-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-trey-williams-2011-07-05.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2011 05:33:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 5, Tigers 1]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-5-tigers-1.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2011 05:14:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although Torii Hunter has nine Gold Gloves in his trophy case,he's flabbergasted by the plays Peter Bourjos is making on anear-nightly basis in center field at Angel Stadium.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-05.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2011 03:48:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RF Torii Hunter (bruised left hand) left the July 1 game after being hit by a pitch. X-rays showed no fracture, and he is day-to-day. He was not in the lineup July 2 and 3, but he started July 4.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) we]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-05.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2011 03:48:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B/DH Russell Branyan's home run Sunday was his first with the Angels. That makes 10 teams Branyan has hit at least one home run with (the Indians, Reds, Brewers, Mariners, Rays, Cardinals, Phillies, Padres, Diamondbacks and Angels). Matt Stairs holds t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-05.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2011 03:48:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite all of their offensive struggles in the first three months of the season, the Angels reached the Fourth of July in first place for the fifth time in the past seven seasons."I didn't even realize that until you told me," right-hander Joel Pineiro s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tigers-Angels Preview 2011-07-05]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/tigers-angels-preview-2011-07-05.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2011 01:36:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A marquee matchup is in store with Detroit's Justin Verlanderset to renew acquaintances with Dan Haren.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Mark Appel]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-mark-appel.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2011 01:33:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[FURCAL BACK; BLAKE OUT]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/furcal-back-blake-out.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2011 16:26:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM - The revolving door that is the Dodgers' disabled list spun againSunday, bringing Rafael Furcal back on the roster while sendingCasey Blake off - and giving rookie Dee Gordon a reprieve from areturn to the minor leagues.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ANGELS FIND CHANGE TO THEIR LIKING]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-find-change-to-their-liking.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2011 16:25:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM - Contrary to appearance, Russell Branyan said he didn'tadmire his home run Sunday, a two-run shot that was his first as anAngel and the game-winner in a 3-1 defeat of the Dodgers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL, NL All-Star rosters]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/al-nl-all-star-rosters.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2011 08:28:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-07-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-07-04.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2011 08:28:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santana earns first win in over a month]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/santana-earns-first-win-in-over-a-month.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2011 02:56:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Russell Branyan hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the seventhinning, Ervin Santana pitched into the eighth for his first victoryin over a month and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Dodgers 3-1 onSunday in the finale of the six-game Freeway Series.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Ty Hensley]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-ty-hensley.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2011 00:32:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tigers-Angels Preview 2011-07-04]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/tigers-angels-preview-2011-07-04.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2011 00:32:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Detroit Tigers are set to debut a new pitching coach in JeffJones.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Starry-eyed]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/starry-eyed.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 Jul 2011 12:32:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Three Rays were on the field for the startof last year's All-Star Game in Anaheim, Calif.: Carl Crawford wasin left, Evan Longoria at third and David Price on the moundthrowing the first pitch. Next week in Phoenix, there likely won't even be three Rays i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A 3-of-a-kind look back at season's 1st half]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/a-3-of-a-kind-look-back-at-season-s-1st-half.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 Jul 2011 12:32:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Three strikes per at-bat, three outs per inning, three divisionsper league and three measly runs usually is all it takes for theoffensively challenged Giants and A's to win a game. It's the sport of trifectas. As we launch into the season'ssecond half, he]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[DODGERS ACE CAN'T REPEAT]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/dodgers-ace-can-t-repeat.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 Jul 2011 12:32:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM - Clayton Kershaw's night may have looked more grisly inthe box score than it did to the naked eye, but he summed upSaturday's pitching duel that wasn't at Angel Stadium prettysuccinctly. "When you don't have your best stuff, you've got to limit t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 7, Dodgers 1]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-7-dodgers-1.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 Jul 2011 05:12:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jered Weaver was a late addition to the AL All-Star team lastseason because of a newly instituted rule that prevented pitcherswho started the previous Sunday from being allowed to play in thegame.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers-Angels Preview 2011-07-03]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/dodgers-angels-preview-2011-07-03.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 Jul 2011 02:02:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chad Billingsley won't end the Los Angeles Dodgers' drought inwinning the Freeway Series, but he will get the chance to continuehis sparkling run on the mound at the expense of their SouthernCalifornia rival.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees, Red Sox and Tigers flush with All-Stars]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/yankees-red-sox-and-tigers-flush-with-all-stars.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 Jul 2011 01:56:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Based on that final balloting update, it appears the AmericanLeague starting lineup for the All-Star game will be loaded withYankees and Red Sox.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels' Hunter sidelined by bruised left hand]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-hunter-sidelined-by-bruised-left-hand.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Jul 2011 19:24:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Torii Hunter has been held out of the Los Angeles Angels' lineupSaturday night because of a bruised left hand.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[KURODA GETS SOME SUPPORT]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/kuroda-gets-some-support.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Jul 2011 16:26:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM - For once, Hiroki Kuroda didn't need to pitch shutoutball to have a chance to win. Just to be safe, he did it anyway. After being starved for run support in losing six consecutivedecisions, Kuroda actually received some offensive backing from his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-07-02.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Jul 2011 16:26:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diamondbacks-Athletics Preview]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/diamondbacks-athletics-preview.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Jul 2011 06:52:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Arizona Diamondbacks are stuck in a bit of a tailspin, buttheir next starting pitcher has the history to start pulling themout of it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers 5, Angels 0 2011-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/dodgers-5-angels-0-2011-07-02.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Jul 2011 06:22:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hiroki Kuroda didn't have his best stuff. This time, he didn'tneed it because the Los Angeles Dodgers finally got him someruns.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-02.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Jul 2011 05:20:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:-- OF Torii Hunter (bruised left hand) left the July 1 game after being hit by a pitch. X-rays showed no fracture, and he is day-to-day.--INF Maicer Izturis (sore right foot) did not play June 28-29. He returned to the lineup on July 1.--RHP]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-02.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Jul 2011 05:20:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jered Weaver will make his first start of July Saturday against the Dodgers. After ending April undefeated (6-0 with a 0.99 ERA), Weaver was winless in May (0-4 with a 3.38 ERA). He turned that around and went unbeaten again in June (3-0 with a 1.67]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-02.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Jul 2011 05:20:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jered Weaver was an interested bystander at last year's All-Star Game (his first) due to a new rule instituted in 2010 that prohibits any pitcher who starts his team's final game before the break from pitching in the All-Star Game itself. Weaver was named]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Trey Williams]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-trey-williams.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Jul 2011 03:31:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers-Angels Preview 2011-07-02]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/dodgers-angels-preview-2011-07-02.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 Jul 2011 02:32:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Clayton Kershaw wasn't exactly pleased with himself after heoutdueled Jered Weaver last weekend, but the Los Angeles Angelswere impressed by what they saw.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Time to select All-Stars]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/time-to-select-all-stars.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2011 18:31:02 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[HOUSTON - Rangers manager Ron Washingtonbegins the most thankless task of his season Friday. He will be given results of the All-Star fan voting and theplayers' selections and asked to fill out the remainder of theAmerican League All-Star team. He has unt]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-07-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-07-01.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2011 06:39:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--INF Maicer Izturis (sore right foot) did not play June 28-29. He is day-to-day.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to June 9. He started a throwing program during the weekend of June 17-19]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-07-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-07-01.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2011 06:39:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jordan Walden snapped a streak of three consecutive blown saves by closing out the ninth inning of Wednesday's 1-0 victory over the Nationals. It was the rookie closer's 18th save in 24 save situations this season. The Angels' club record for saves ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-07-01]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-07-01.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2011 06:39:35 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It is high praise indeed -- high, long and deep."He's got as much raw power as anybody I've seen step into the batter's box," Angels manager Mike Scioscia said of rookie 1B Mark Trumbo. "I saw (Jose) Canseco and (Mark) McGwire and (Mike) Piazza and they w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Scouting Report: Matt Smoral]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-scouting-report-matt-smoral.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2011 22:32:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers-Angels Preview 2011-06-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/dodgers-angels-preview-2011-06-30.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2011 14:38:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apparently one big outburst to start the week wasn't enough toget the Los Angeles Dodgers out of their offensive slump.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-06-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-06-30.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2011 05:02:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--INF Maicer Izturis (sore right foot) did not play June 28-29. He is day-to-day.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to June 9. He started a throwing program during the weekend of June 17-19]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-06-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-06-30.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2011 05:02:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Dan Haren allowed only two hits and one walk in 7 1/3 innings Wednesday, turning around a rocky stretch of starts. Haren had allowed 12 runs in 16 innings over his previous three starts and had a 5.75 ERA over his last six.--Manager Mike Scioscia is]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-06-30]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-06-30.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2011 05:02:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Earlier this season, Angels manager Mike Scioscia offered a near-guarantee that his team would be a second-half team this season.Scioscia based his assertion on the number of young players playing key roles on his team this year. Given time to acclimate t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 1, Nationals 0]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-1-nationals-0.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2011 03:24:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dan Haren and the Los Angeles Angels completed a three-gamesweep of the Washington Nationals, a rough start for DaveyJohnson's first series as manager.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 11, Nationals 5]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-11-nationals-5.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jun 2011 07:34:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels have displayed more power on the roadthis season than they have at home. So their three-homer outburstagainst Washington was a refreshing change for everyone in thedugout.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-06-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-06-29.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jun 2011 04:42:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RF Torii Hunter (bruised ribs) did not play June 24-26. He appeared as a reserve June 27, and he returned to the starting lineup June 28.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to June 9. He s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-06-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-06-29.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jun 2011 04:42:32 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Vernon Wells was 4-for-5 with a home run, two runs scored and two driven in Tuesday. Wells has six home runs and 13 RBI in the past 14 games and the Angels are 14-5 when he starts as the cleanup hitter.--OF Torii Hunter made his first start since inj]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-06-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-06-29.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jun 2011 04:42:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels center fielder Peter Bourjos makes no bones about it."May was brutal, just awful," said Bourjos who hit .176 (18-for-102) with 31 strikeouts during the month.But some adjustments in his swing suggested by Angels hitting coach Mickey Hatcher have cl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationals-Angels Preview 2011-06-29]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/nationals-angels-preview-2011-06-29.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jun 2011 03:30:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Davey Johnson era with the Washington Nationals has startedwith a resounding thud.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CWS Analysis: Randall Dominant]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/cws-analysis-randall-dominant.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 22:33:53 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rest is best]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/rest-is-best.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 22:30:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[C.J. Wilson and Colby Lewis of the Rangers' rotation differ from manystarting pitchers. Lewis and Wilson are not creatures of habit. They will start the first two games of a series that opensTuesday night at Houston on six days' rest, two days more than t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Izturis, Angels spoil Johnson's debut]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/izturis-angels-spoil-johnson-s-debut.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 05:36:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Maicer Izturis hit a bases-loaded single in the 10th inning andthe Los Angeles Angels beat Washington 4-3 on Monday night,spoiling Davey Johnson's debut as Nationals manager.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-06-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-06-28.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 04:30:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RF Torii Hunter (bruised ribs) did not play June 24-26. He appeared as a reserve June 27, and he might return to the starting lineup June 28.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to June 9. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-06-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-06-28.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 04:30:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Torii Hunter made his first appearance since crashing into the outfield wall and injuring his left ribcage Wednesday in Florida. He entered Monday's game as a defensive replacement in the eighth inning and popped out in his one at-bat. Manager Mike S]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-06-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-06-28.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 04:30:28 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[First baseman C.J. Cron got a $1,467,000 bonus Monday -- and an MRI.The Angels' first-round pick in this year's draft, Cron agreed to a contract and took batting practice with the team before meeting owner Arte Moreno. But Cron played with a torn labrum i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CWS Analysis: Randall Dominant In Losing Effo]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/cws-analysis-randall-dominant-in-losing-effo.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 03:32:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-06-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-06-28.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 03:32:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationals-Angels Preview 2011-06-28]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/nationals-angels-preview-2011-06-28.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 02:44:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite some instability from their rookie closer, the LosAngeles Angels are making a push for first place in the ALWest.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson makes Nationals debut vs Scioscia's Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/johnson-makes-nationals-debut-vs-scioscia-s-angels.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:52:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[More than a decade ago, Davey Johnson got the job that MikeScioscia hoped would be his someday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Prospects Shine at Fenway]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-prospects-shine-at-fenway.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:33:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CHATWOOD IN COMMAND]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/chatwood-in-command.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 04:25:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LOS ANGELES - After Tyler Chatwood lost consecutive games thismonth, the Angels pushed the rookie's subsequent start back by twodays to allow him to do a little extra work in the bullpen betweengames. Clearly, that time has paid dividends. Chatwood (5-4) ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-06-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-06-27.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 04:25:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-06-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-06-27.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 01:32:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RF Torii Hunter (bruised ribs) did not play June 24-25. He is day-to-day. He could be back in the lineup sometime during the Angels' three-game series against the Nationals in Anaheim.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 1]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-06-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-06-27.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 01:32:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Vernon Wells had never faced Dodgers LHP Clayton Kershaw before Sunday. Wells struck out in each of his first two at-bats, two with runners in scoring position. In the ninth, though, Wells hit a 3-and-2 slider from Kershaw into the Dodgers bullpen fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-06-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-06-27.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 01:32:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There are some ugly statistics attached to right-hander Ervin Santana's name this season.Going into his scheduled start Monday against the Washington Nationals, Santana is 3-8 (among the league leaders in losses) with a 4.22 ERA and 14 home runs allowed (]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The MLB Report / Scores and fast facts 2011-06-27]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/the-mlb-report-/-scores-and-fast-facts-2011-06-27.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:25:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[> Interleague San Francisco 1, Cleveland 0: Tony Sipp balked home the go-aheadrun with the bases loaded in the seventh inning, giving the Giantsa victory over the error-prone Indians. Brian Wilson pitched ascoreless ninth for his 23rd save in 25 chances.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burned by Pujols? Here's how to find talent in a pinch]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/burned-by-pujols-here-s-how-to-find-talent-in-a-pinch.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:25:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Replacing Albert Pujols will be a tall order for fantasybaseball owners. It's not an impossible one, though, so let's examine some ofthose options. The first course of action would be to simply check your waiverwire. Availability will obviously differ bas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers rally in 9th to beat Angels]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/dodgers-rally-in-9th-to-beat-angels.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jun 2011 23:34:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Clayton Kershaw outlasted Jered Weaver in a matchup of LosAngeles aces and the Dodgers rallied for two runs in the bottom ofthe ninth inning to beat the Angels 3-2 on Sunday, preventing aFreeway Series sweep.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationals-Angels Preview]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/nationals-angels-preview.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jun 2011 21:34:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although the Washington Nationals are hardly consideredperennial contenders, Davey Johnson will be joining a winner.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants just keep finding ways to win]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/giants-just-keep-finding-ways-to-win.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jun 2011 14:15:43 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Offensively challenged Giants are one-run wonders.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 6, Dodgers 1]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-6-dodgers-1.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jun 2011 00:28:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tyler Chatwood couldn't miss through the first three innings.Even after the rookie pitcher gave up a bases-loaded walk, heremained unruffled.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-06-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-06-25.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jun 2011 20:54:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--OF Torii Hunter (bruised ribs) was not with the team June 24 and was expected to take a few more days off.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to June 9. He started a throwing program durin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-06-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-06-25.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jun 2011 20:54:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Torii Hunter was not with the team at Dodger Stadium on Friday. Hunter was given permission to spend a couple days with his family in Texas while resting his bruised ribs (suffered during a wall-crashing catch Wednesday). He is expected to rejoin the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-06-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-06-25.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jun 2011 20:54:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Every year around this time, the schedule gives the Angels a chance to boost their self-esteem. No team in baseball has gotten more of a lift out of interleague play than the Angels, and this year has been no different.Going into their weekend series at D]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ANGELS CAN'T AVOID WINNING]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-can-t-avoid-winning.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jun 2011 16:30:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LOS ANGELES - In a battle to see who could do less with more,the Angels failed with regularity - butnot enough to keep them from winning a bizarre and unsightlygame. Almost in spite of themselves, the Angels beat the Dodgers, 8-3, Fridaynight at Dodger St]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 8, Dodgers 3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-8-dodgers-3.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jun 2011 06:08:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Things didn't go the Los Angeles Angels' way early, especiallyon the basepaths.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Dodgers Preview 2011-06-25]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-dodgers-preview-2011-06-25.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jun 2011 02:40:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hiroki Kuroda has been one of baseball's most effective pitchersover the past few weeks.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Behind the ethics of stealing signs]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/behind-the-ethics-of-stealing-signs.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 19:45:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sign-stealing is a part of baseball. Deal with it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Report: Walker Weickel]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-report-walker-weickel.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 19:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[THEY'D LIKE TO BE A LOT BETTER]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/they-d-like-to-be-a-lot-better.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 16:28:35 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This weekend's renewal of the Dodgers-Angels series - calling it a rivalryremains a bit of a stretch - features a team with a losing record,good starting pitching, solid fielding and spotty offense. In each dugout. Given that fans of each team tend to bas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-06-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-06-24.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:25:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to June 9. He started a throwing program during the weekend of June 17-19, but stopped a few days later due to continued discomfort in his back. Rodney wa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-06-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-06-24.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:25:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Peter Bourjos was only half-joking when he said he spent a lot of sleepless nights in May, trying to figure a way out of his slump. He batted only .176 (18-for-102) in May with 31 strikeouts. An adjustment to his swing -- flattening his bat and softe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-06-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-06-24.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:25:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The hottest prospect in the Angels' system -- perhaps their hottest prospect in years -- outfielder Mike Trout, has been selected to play in the MLB Futures Game for a second consecutive year.The Futures Game will be played in Arizona on July 10 as part o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The MLB Report / Scores and fast facts 2011-06-24]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/the-mlb-report-/-scores-and-fast-facts-2011-06-24.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:29:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[> Interleague games San Diego 5, Boston 1: Will Venable hit a leadoff home run tohelp lift the Padres over the Red Sox in a game delayed by rainfour times before it was called after 71/2 innings. Detroit 7, L.A. Dodgers 5: Casper Wells opened the game wit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Dodgers Preview 2011-06-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-dodgers-preview-2011-06-23.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 23:14:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels have had little trouble with the LosAngeles Dodgers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[THIS TIME, NO MORE MR. NIESE GUY]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/this-time-no-more-mr-niese-guy.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 18:25:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK - Remember the days when pitch counts weren't thebaseball equivalent of sacred commandments? In the last two days, the Mets have provided a throwback tothat bygone era, from both ends of the spectrum. After Mike Pelfrey threw 123 pitches in a com]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 6, Marlins 5(10)]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-6-marlins-5-10.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 04:16:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the second inning, the Los Angeles Angels had two singles,two stolen bases and a walk - and still failed to score.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 6, Marlins 5(10) 2011-06-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-6-marlins-5-10-2011-06-23.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 04:12:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hanley Ramirez chased down a pop foul by the railing and divedinto the hole at shortstop to prevent a hit. A bad-hop groundereluded his glove, however, sending the Florida Marlins to their12th consecutive one-run loss.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-06-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-06-23.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 04:12:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-06-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-06-23.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 03:58:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to June 9. He might return in late June or early July.--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-06-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-06-23.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 03:58:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LF Bobby Abreu was 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and scored the winning run in the Angels' 6-5, 10-inning victory over the Marlins on Wednesday. The two hits give Abreu 2,334 for his career, third all-time among Venezuelans. He passed Andres Galarraga]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-06-23]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-06-23.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 03:58:02 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For long stretches of this season, Angels right fielder Torii Hunter has felt as if he's banging his head against a wall. Wednesday night, it was his ribs.Hunter left the Angels' 6-5 win over the Marlins in the fifth inning after crashing into the outfiel]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hunter bruises ribs when he hits wall]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/hunter-bruises-ribs-when-he-hits-wall.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2011 03:54:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Retreating on the run in pursuit of a deep fly ball, ToriiHunter said he wasn't thinking about the wall until he hit it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL has an Eastern accent]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/al-has-an-eastern-accent.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 18:27:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ARLINGTON - Manager Ron Washington's starting AL lineup for theAll-Star Game is shaping up to have a heavy East Coast bias. With in-park voting to end this Friday, the most recent votingupdate shows that eight of nine starting spots are held by playersfro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-06-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-06-22.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 04:35:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--3B Alberto Callaspo (sore left hamstring) was hurt June 11. He didn't play June 12-17, but he appeared as a pinch hitter June 18, 19 and 20. He was back in the starting lineup June 21.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 1]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-06-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-06-22.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 04:35:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jered Weaver's ERA dropped to 2.01 with his performance in Monday's 2-1 win over the Marlins. That is the fifth-lowest ERA in franchise history this deep into a season (minimum one inning pitched per team game) behind Jim McGlothlin (1.39 in 1967), ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-06-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-06-22.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 04:35:46 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the Angels continue on their current path and miss out on the playoffs for a second consecutive season, they will only have themselves to blame.The Angels' failure to produce with runners in scoring position has been the key factor in their season-long]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins pick up second win in June]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/marlins-pick-up-second-win-in-june.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 02:36:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Florida Marlins' new 80-year-old manager still has thewinning touch.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Marlins Preview 2011-06-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-marlins-preview-2011-06-22.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 01:44:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jack McKeon has a word of warning for the rest of the majors -summer is here, and that's when his team is at its best.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The MLB Report / Scores and fast facts 2011-06-22]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/the-mlb-report-/-scores-and-fast-facts-2011-06-22.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:31:51 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[>Interleague games Baltimore 8, Pittsburgh 3: Nick Markakis had three hits and JakeArrieta moved into a tie for the American League lead in wins withnine as the Orioles won.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-06-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-06-21.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2011 07:47:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--3B Alberto Callaspo (sore left hamstring) was hurt June 11. He didn't play June 12-17, but he appeared as a pinch hitter June 18, 19 and 20.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to June 9. H]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-06-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-06-21.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2011 07:47:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--With 3B Alberto Callaspo (hamstring) available again, the Angels returned INF Andrew Romine to Class AAA Salt Lake and promoted RHP Michael Kohn. That gives the Angels a 12-man pitching staff again.Kohn opened the season with the Angels and had a 4.91 E]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-06-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-06-21.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2011 07:47:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even on a night they won for the fifth time in the first seven games of their longest road trip this season (12 games in 14 days), the Angels displayed the offensive problems that have plagued the team this season.The Angels hit into three double plays in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL is real pitching-dominant league]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/al-is-real-pitching-dominant-league.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2011 06:09:51 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Majors' best hurlers reside in AL? You better believe it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-06-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-06-21.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2011 06:09:51 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Marlins Preview 2011-06-21]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-marlins-preview-2011-06-21.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2011 02:42:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Florida Marlins are trying to avoid setting a team recordfor futility.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2012 Draft Watch: PG National Top Prospects]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/2012-draft-watch-pg-national-top-prospects.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2011 01:33:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins tie record with 11th straight loss]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/marlins-tie-record-with-11th-straight-loss.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2011 23:48:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With their new old manager, the free-falling Florida Marlins hadthe same old result.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-06-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-06-20.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2011 03:08:37 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--3B Alberto Callaspo (sore left hamstring) was hurt June 11. He didn't play June 12-17, but he appeared as a pinch hitter June 18 and 19.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to June 9. He ha]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-06-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-06-20.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2011 03:08:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Erick Aybar was 2-for-his-past-21 when he drove in three runs with a bases-loaded triple in the second inning Sunday. It was Aybar's second bases-loaded triple this month -- but his only hit Sunday. He was 1-for-5 in the win over the Mets and is now ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-06-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-06-20.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2011 03:08:31 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Outfielder Vernon Wells' first five weeks as an Angel made for one really poor first impression. The veteran outfielder was batting just .183 (drawing boos from home fans) when he went on the disabled list May 10 with a groin injury."You can't go back and]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The MLB Report / Scores and fast facts 2011-06-20]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/the-mlb-report-/-scores-and-fast-facts-2011-06-20.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:26:50 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[> Interleague games Washington 4, Baltimore 2: Ryan Zimmerman homered and theNationals won their eighth straight game. Washington is averaging7.4 runs in the five games since Zimmerman returned from thedisabled list. N.Y . Mets 6, L.A. Angels 1: Mike Pelf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 7, Mets 3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-7-mets-3.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jun 2011 21:24:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tyler Chatwood finally got some run support. The way he handledthe bat, it's surprising that he didn't do any of it himself.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Marlins Preview]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-marlins-preview.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jun 2011 19:14:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The abrupt resignation of manager Edwin Rodriguez did nothing tohelp the Florida Marlins end their lengthy losing streak. Returninghome doesn't seem to promise better results.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[RED SOX SEE A LOT OF THEMSELVES IN PADRES]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/red-sox-see-a-lot-of-themselves-in-padres.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jun 2011 18:23:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Red Sox have a couple of reasons towelcome the Padres with open arms when they come to towntomorrow. First and foremost, ex-Red Sox farmhand Anthony Rizzo has managed to shred the Padres'internal timetable for his big league promotion and will be here]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 6, Angels 1]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mets-6-angels-1.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jun 2011 03:08:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Pelfrey went the distance, Carlos Beltran hit one a longway and the New York Mets ran Dan Haren right off the mound in asurprisingly easy win.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Mets Preview 2011-06-19]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-mets-preview-2011-06-19.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jun 2011 00:38:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After losing two straight games for the first time since thestart of the month, the New York Mets rebounded with the help of astellar pitching performance.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-06-19]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-06-19.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jun 2011 00:38:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[COLLINS, METS PREFER LEAGUE OF OWN]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/collins-mets-prefer-league-of-own.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jun 2011 18:23:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK - Terry Collins was in his first season managing theAnaheim Angels when interleague play made its debut in 1997. "I thought when it first started," Collins recalled Friday, "itwas pretty cool." But fast forward 14 years, and the current Mets' man]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[METS NOTES 2011-06-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mets-notes-2011-06-18.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jun 2011 18:23:44 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[K-Rod: No nostalgia Francisco Rodriguez could face the Angels this weekend for thefirst time since leaving the franchise via free agency after the2008 season. But he said before Friday night's game that LosAngeles is just another opponent.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-06-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-06-18.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jun 2011 05:21:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--INF Maicer Izturis (sore left foot) did not play June 14. He pinch-hit on June 15 and returned to the lineup June 17.--3B Alberto Callaspo (sore left hamstring) was hurt June 11. He didn't play June 12-17, but he began running again June 1]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-06-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-06-18.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jun 2011 05:21:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Alberto Callaspo went through a full workout before Friday's game in New York and now looks like he won't have to go on the DL. Callaspo has not played since straining his left hamstring a week ago. But he took batting practice (in the cage due to a ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-06-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-06-18.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jun 2011 05:21:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[An Angels lineup starved for production does have one of the hottest hitters in baseball -- and he was benched Friday night.Such are the decisions American League manager have to make in National League parks during interleague play.Angels DH Bobby Abreu ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 4, Mets 3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-4-mets-3.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jun 2011 04:10:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With all that speed in center, Peter Bourjos looked as if he wasborn to play at Citi Field.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Mets Preview 2011-06-18]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-mets-preview-2011-06-18.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jun 2011 01:14:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels thrive in interleague play.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TOP PROSPECT THROWS NO-HITTER AT DOUBLE A]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/top-prospect-throws-no-hitter-at-double-a.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jun 2011 00:28:41 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LHP Matt Moore had already made a pretty good name for himselfamong the Rays' top prospects by leading theminors in the strikeouts the last two seasons. Thursday, he added another impressive line to his resume,throwing a no-hitter for Double-A Montgomery ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[DON'T EXPECT TO SEE STRUGGLING KAZMIR RETURN]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/don-t-expect-to-see-struggling-kazmir-return.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jun 2011 00:28:38 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays have not talked about and arevery unlikely to have any interest in bringing back LHP ScottKazmir, who was released by the Angels on Wednesday. "I don't know if I'm surprised or not surprised. I know he'sbeen struggling," manager Joe Maddon said. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top prospect throws no-hitter at Double A 2011-06-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/top-prospect-throws-no-hitter-at-double-a-2011-06-17.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 06:27:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By MARC TOPKIN Times Staff Writer ST. PETERSBURG - LHP Matt Moore had already made a pretty goodname for himself among the Rays' top prospects by leading theminors in the strikeouts the last two seasons. Thursday, he added another impressive line to his r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Youth results 2011-06-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/youth-results-2011-06-17.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 06:26:55 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Alameda Little League Majors Division Pontar Real Estate Management Corp. Rays 6, Alameda FirefightersLocal 689 Angels 5: The Rays and Angels battled it out for a MajorsDivision Championship Game berth and as their previous two meetingshad gone, the game ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-06-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-06-17.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 04:16:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--INF Maicer Izturis (sore left foot) did not play June 14. He pinch-hit on June 15 and is day-to-day.--3B Alberto Callaspo (sore left hamstring) was hurt June 11. He didn't play June 12-15, but he began running again June 15. Manager Mike S]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-06-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-06-17.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 04:16:01 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Alberto Callaspo began running as part of his workouts Wednesday in Seattle. Angels manager Mike Scioscia said a move to the disabled list for Callaspo would likely "be contingent on our pitching." The Angels would only move Callaspo to the DL if the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-06-17]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-06-17.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 04:15:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With an offense struggling to score, the Angels have become even more reliant on their pitching than they anticipated going into this season. Two of those pitchers, in particular, have carried a heavy load.After his start earlier this week, right-hander J]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Mets Preview]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-mets-preview.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 01:42:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A pair of costly miscues kept the New York Mets from movingabove .500 for the second time all season. A six-game homestandversus a pair of struggling opponents may provide another goodopportunity.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Youth results]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/youth-results.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:28:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Alameda Little League Majors Division Pontar Real Estate Management Corp. Rays 6, Alameda FirefightersLocal 689 Angels 5: The Rays and Angels battled it out for a MajorsDivision Championship Game berth and as their previous two meetingshad gone, the game ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels release ex-Ray Kazmir]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-release-ex-ray-kazmir.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 06:26:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Times wires SEATTLE - The Angels gave up on former Rays ace Scott Kazmir, releasing theonce- promising starter. Kazmir, 27, was given his release Wednesday. A two-time All-Starwith Tampa Bay, Kazmir has declined rapidly since being acquired bythe Angels i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-06-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-06-16.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 06:26:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners 3, Angels 1 2011-06-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/mariners-3-angels-1-2011-06-16.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 05:56:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The future of the Seattle Mariners was everywhere Wednesdaynight, from Mike Carp's homer-robbing catch, to Carlos Peguero'sgo-ahead single and Greg Halman's first major league homer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-06-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-06-16.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 04:51:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--INF Maicer Izturis (sore left foot) did not play June 14. He pinch-hit on June 15 and is day-to-day.--INF Alberto Callaspo (sore left hamstring) was hurt June 11. He didn't play June 12-14.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-06-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-06-16.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 04:51:51 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--IF Maicer Izturis missed his second consecutive game with a sore right foot. But he was available to pinch-hit Wednesday and flew out to end the game. He could be back in the lineup Friday when the Angels open an interleague series in New York against t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-06-16]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-06-16.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 04:51:48 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In a move that was as easy to see coming as one of Scott Kazmir's breaking pitches, the Angels placed the left-hander on waivers Wednesday for the purpose of giving him his unconditional release.The decision comes one day after another poor outing in Clas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels release struggling lefty Kazmir]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-release-struggling-lefty-kazmir.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 20:56:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels have given up on struggling left-handerScott Kazmir, releasing the once promising starter.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 4, Mariners 0]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-4-mariners-0.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 05:34:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The last two times Jered Weaver made a start away from home, henever saw any runs show up in the Angels' column.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-06-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-06-15.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 04:17:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--INF Maicer Izturis (sore left foot) did not play June 14. He is day-to-day.--INF Alberto Callaspo (sore left hamstring) was hurt June 11. He didn't play June 12-14.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disabled list ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-06-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-06-15.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 04:17:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jered Weaver's five-hitter Tuesday at Seattle was his second shutout this season but the third time he has thrown nine scoreless innings in a game. He held the Twins to no runs and two hits through nine innings on May 28 in Minnesota, but the Angels]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-06-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-06-15.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 04:17:49 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels' starting pitchers have been the backbone of the team this season. However, they have been asked to walk a tightrope at times with an offense that offers little support or margin for error."No doubt we've seen some stretches where our pitchers ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Mariners Preview 2011-06-15]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-mariners-preview-2011-06-15.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 02:12:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Safeco Field must almost feel like a second home for the LosAngeles Angels.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call Ups Begin As Super Two Season Passes]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/call-ups-begin-as-super-two-season-passes.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:31:39 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-06-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-06-14.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2011 08:26:01 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--INF Alberto Callaspo (left hamstring) injured himself in the June 11 game. He didn't play June 12-13.--RHP Fernando Rodney (upper back strain) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to June 9. He might be able to return in late June.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-06-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-06-14.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2011 08:25:59 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Fernando Rodney was placed on the 15-day disabled list due to an upper back strain. Rodney did not make the trip to Seattle with the Angels to start their two-week road trip. Instead, he stayed back in Southern California to have his back examined. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-06-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-06-14.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2011 08:25:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels have been waiting for any positive sign that their decision to trade for Vernon Wells and his bloated contract wouldn't be one they would regret for the next four years.They finally got not one but two Monday night. Wells drove in three runs wi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 6, Mariners 3]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-6-mariners-3.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2011 05:54:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the back corner of the visiting clubhouse, Vernon Wells satwith his video player for much of Monday afternoon watching videoof not what he's been doing wrong with the Los Angeles Angels thisseason, but what he did right last year in Toronto.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Mariners Preview 2011-06-14]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-mariners-preview-2011-06-14.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2011 02:40:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jered Weaver is among the AL leaders in ERA, and some productionfrom the Los Angeles Angels' bats could have him leading the way invictories, too.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels place RHP Fernando Rodney on 15-day DL]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-place-rhp-fernando-rodney-on-15-day-dl.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2011 21:32:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels have placed right-handed relieverFernando Rodney on the 15-day disabled list after team doctorsdetermined additional time off was the best treatment for hisupper-back strain.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scouting Notes: Cape League Opening Weekend]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/scouting-notes-cape-league-opening-weekend.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2011 18:34:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HAIL KING CARL 2011-06-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/hail-king-carl-2011-06-13.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2011 18:26:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carl Crawford - remember him? - returns to the Trop this weekfor the first time as a visitor. Fairly or not, he's sure to becalled a lot of different things, especially given his decision tosign with the archrival Red Sox and some of the awkwardness inter]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROSTER REPORT 2011-06-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/roster-report-2011-06-13.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2011 01:12:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH:--INF Alberto Callaspo (left hamstring) injured himself in the June 11 game. He was to be monitored for the next few days to see if a retroactive DL move was necessary.--RHP Francisco Rodriguez (right shoulder inflammation) went on the 15-da]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES, QUOTES 2011-06-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/notes-quotes-2011-06-13.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2011 01:12:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Alberto Callaspo suffered a left hamstring injury during Saturday's game. Instead of putting him on the DL, the Angels sent RHP Kevin Jepsen to Class AAA and recalled INF Andrew Romine for infield depth. Callaspo will remain on the active roster whi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH 2011-06-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/inside-pitch-2011-06-13.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2011 01:12:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels have relied more on young players this year than in any other season under manager Mike Scioscia.But when the going got tough, Scioscia turned to his veterans. Mired in an offensive slump that had resulted in a six-game losing streak and eight ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL standings 2011-06-13]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/al-standings-2011-06-13.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:23:52 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AL standings East W L Pct GB Boston 38 26 .594 ? New York 35 27 .565 2 Tampa Bay 34 30 .531 4 Toronto 32 33 .492 6 1/2 Baltimore 30 32 .484 7 Central W L Pct GB Cleveland 34 28 .548 ? Detroit 35 29 .547 ? WHITE SOX 32 35 .478 4 1/2 Kansas City 28 37 .431 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Royals 9, Angels 0]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/royals-9-angels-0.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:16:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Vin Mazzaro didn't strike out a single batter and walked five,three of them leading off an inning - not exactly a recipe forsuccess.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels-Mariners Preview 2011-06-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-mariners-preview-2011-06-12.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jun 2011 21:58:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Seattle Mariners stymied the Los Angeles Angels whilesweeping a two-game home series last month.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By: 2011-06-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/presented-by-2011-06-12.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jun 2011 21:58:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels hit into 5 DPs in 9-0 loss to Royals]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-hit-into-5-dps-in-9-0-loss-to-royals.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jun 2011 20:44:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Angels were shut out for the ninth time,matching their total for all of last season. And there are still 92games left on their schedule.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hail King Carl]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/hail-king-carl.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jun 2011 12:25:57 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carl Crawford - remember him? - returns to the Trop this weekfor the first time as a visitor. Fairly or not, he's sure to becalled a lot of different things, especially given his decision tosign with the archrival Red Sox and some of the awkwardness inter]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 7, Royals 5]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/angels-7-royals-5.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jun 2011 05:38:04 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels manager Mike Scioscia didn't mince words during hisclosed-door meeting with his top three run producers: Torii Hunter,Bobby Abreu and Vernon Wells. The offense wasn't getting the jobdone, and they were being held accountable.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Royals-Angels Preview 2011-06-12]]></title><link>http://www.angelsinsider.com/news/royals-an
