Preview: Angels Host Dodgers In Freeway Series Without Fans
The red and blue uniforms will be the same Friday night, and the players will mostly be the same. The star power in both dugouts will still be tantalizing -- and most likely, the games, like most years, should be…
Recap: Maddon Preaches Relaxation; Strategy Misfires
Going into Sunday's series finale against the host Texas Rangers, Angels manager Joe Maddon advised his slumping hitters to take some pressure off themselves. "Try easier," Maddon said, quoting what he said to his players. "I mean, they can't try…
Recap: Angels Power Up With Trout Return, Adell Debut
It was clear from the Angels' recent results -- and their roster moves -- that the team was switching up to a more aggressive, offense-minded strategy. Thanks to the return of superstar Mike Trout from the paternity list, and perhaps…
Recap: Joe Maddon Gets Second-Guessers’ Attention As Bullpen Implodes Twice In 10-7 Loss
Joe Maddon didn't get through his second full week as the Angels' official manager before he faced second-guessing over his early hook of starter Andrew Heaney on Wednesday night. The Angels' bats were potent, but the bullpen coughed up a…