http://mlb.mlb.com/news/index.jsp?c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Los Angeles Angels News http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100209&content_id=8042378&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Tue, 09 Feb 2010 13:43:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100209&content_id=8042378&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Angels cautious with recovering Shields On the phone from Michigan, Scot Shields was more concerned with reaching home safely in a blizzard on Tuesday than making it to the mound in time to deliver quality innings out of the Angels' bullpen when the 2010 season opens. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100205&content_id=8030812&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Sun, 07 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100205&content_id=8030812&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Wood's turn at third has finally arrived Having paid his dues in full for seven years, growing and evolving through the process, Brandon Wood feels he's ready to join the club as a full-time, full-service member in good standing. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100204&content_id=8021340&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Thu, 04 Feb 2010 14:37:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100204&content_id=8021340&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Angels look to future with promise Waving adios to franchise centerpieces made for a turbulent winter, and no small measure of despair from partisans. But in the wake of all the change, the Angels come into focus as a club with a rock-solid foundation for the future. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100203&content_id=8015930&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:40:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100203&content_id=8015930&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Angels appear loaded at catcher It is common knowledge that Mike Scioscia is partial to catchers. The love runs so deep he collects them like valuable baseball cards. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100203&content_id=8015654&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:20:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100203&content_id=8015654&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Angels unveil 27 spring invitees The Angels announced on Wednesday that they will have 11 non-roster pitchers and 16 position players invited to Major League Spring Training. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100202&content_id=8010980&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:20:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100202&content_id=8010980&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Halos ready for lefty-heavy West The AL West is brimming with potential left-handed starters. As many as nine could surface in the 20 rotation spots available in the division. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100105&content_id=7875488&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Tue, 09 Feb 2010 22:50:02 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100105&content_id=7875488&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100201&content_id=8003458&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:30:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100201&content_id=8003458&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Inbox: Was an Edmonds return possible? Would the Angels have considered bringing back Jim Edmonds had they known he was planning a return to baseball? What will Matt Palmer's role be this season? Lyle Spencer answers these questions and more in the latest Inbox. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100129&content_id=7999274&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Fri, 29 Jan 2010 23:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100129&content_id=7999274&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Angels come to terms with Saunders The Angels and pitcher Joe Saunders agreed to terms on a contract for 2010 on Friday and will avoid an arbitration hearing. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100129&content_id=7996230&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Fri, 29 Jan 2010 16:30:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100129&content_id=7996230&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Willits faces situation similar to '07 For Reggie Willits, it will be deja vu all over again in Arizona when he reports to camp in Tempe and embraces good buddies Terry Evans and Chris Pettit. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100128&content_id=7990574&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:30:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100128&content_id=7990574&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Kazmir working hard this offseason Wanting to harness all the dominance he showed during his days as the Rays' ace, Angels lefty Scott Kazmir is putting in extra work this offseason. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100127&content_id=7984014&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Wed, 27 Jan 2010 16:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100127&content_id=7984014&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Fuentes' '09 deserves more credit Relief pitchers are generally taken for granted and noticed only when they let a lead get away, and Brian Fuentes' debut season for the Angels was no exception. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100126&content_id=7971750&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Thu, 28 Jan 2010 13:39:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100126&content_id=7971750&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana AL West figures to be an arms race With the Angels bidding for a fourth consecutive AL West title, their division foes have made bold offseason moves involving starting pitching in an effort to make up ground. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100125&content_id=7966300&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:50:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100125&content_id=7966300&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Angels lock up Izturis through 2012 The Angels have signed Maicer Izturis, avoiding an arbitration hearing with the versatile infielder and locking him up for three seasons. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100125&content_id=7965142&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Mon, 25 Jan 2010 17:30:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100125&content_id=7965142&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Inbox: Assessing the offseason so far Beat reporter Lyle Spencer returns from a much-needed vacation and delves into questions from the fans in the Angels Inbox. Lyle Spencer http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100122&content_id=7956150&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Fri, 22 Jan 2010 15:59:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100122&content_id=7956150&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Matthews dealt to Mets for pitcher Stokes Outfielder Gary Matthews Jr., who publicly announced he was ready to move on from the Angels shortly after the season ended, was granted his wish on Friday when he was traded to the Mets for relief pitcher Brian Stokes. Rhett Bollinger http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100120&content_id=7946000&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Fri, 22 Jan 2010 20:43:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100120&content_id=7946000&vkey=news_ana&fext=.jsp&c_id=ana&partnerId=rss_ana Angels finalize deal with Pineiro Joel Pineiro, who began his Major League career in Seattle, is headed back to the AL West. The right-hander signed a two-year, $16 million contract with the Angels on Friday. Rhett Bollinger