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   From the LA Times - Angels' Josh Hamilton is curious about return to Cincinnati

   March 30, 2013 by AngelsWin.com

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   Outfielder played with the Reds in 2007 and is interested to see the reaction he might get from the fans there. The Angels open the season in Cincinnati. The headline attraction on the first week of the Angels' season is Josh Hamilton's return to Texas, but Hamilton says he is more curious about his return to Cincinnati. View the full article

   

   Last reply by AngelsWin.com, March 30, 2013
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   Yankees release Juan Rivera

   March 28, 2013 by WallyWorld

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   http://hardballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/03/28/yankees-release-juan-rivera-will-keep-lyle-overbay/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter ouch! and I am most definitely NOT implying that the Angels should sign him.

   

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   The Latest From AngelsWin.com: Alberto Callaspo Player Profile & Projections

   March 29, 2013 by AngelsWin.com

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   (Photo by Jeremy Long - jlongphoto.com) By Robert Cunngingham - AngelsWin.com Staff Writer 2013 Outlook: Alberto was re-signed to a two-year, $9 million contract this offseason and it seems like this was money well spent by the Angels organization. It also allows the Angels to bridge the gap to their third base prospects Kaleb Cowart and Luis Jimenez, who are still spending time in the Minors developing their skill sets. If one of those prospects blossoms early, the Angels, with that team-friendly contract, have a trade chip that can be used to acquire a useful MLB player or above-average prospect(s). Callaspo's value is in his glove and ability to make contact and…

   

   Last reply by Chuck, March 30, 2013
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   Angels linked to SP Chris Young 1 2

   March 28, 2013 by jshep

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   Andy Martino �@MartinoNYDN Have now heard Chris Young linked to #Angels. Mets almost certainly taking a pass. I don't see how he fits on the big league roster without an injury or Jerome going somewhere, but he would be nice rotation depth to have.

   

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   The Latest from Alden Gonzalez - Wilson announces 'Season of the Whiff'

   March 30, 2013 by AngelsWin.com

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   Head & Shoulders and their new "Mane Man," Angels pitcher C.J. Wilson, announced their plans to team up with Old Spice to help inner-city baseball programs around the country. View the full article

   

   Last reply by AngelsWin.com, March 30, 2013
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   The Latest from Alden Gonzalez - Wilson says calf that was hit feels fine

   March 30, 2013 by AngelsWin.com

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   Angels left-hander C.J. Wilson said his calf felt fine a day after he was hit by a line drive while pitching his final spring game against the Giants' Triple-A affiliate. View the full article

   

   Last reply by AngelsWin.com, March 30, 2013
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   Giants Extend Posey for 9 years

   March 29, 2013 by Richard

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   posey gets $167M over 9 years.

   

   Last reply by Mark68, March 30, 2013
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   Verlander Extension 1 2

   March 29, 2013 by nate

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    BOLD predictions: Minor League Edition

    March 28, 2013 by Second Base

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    A breakout season for a 2B prospect in the system, but not the one you were expecting. A twitter personality will finally have his day. An entire wave of bullpen help finally arrives and an unexpected development in one of our first basemen. http://www.monkeywithahalo.com/2013-articles/march/bold-angels-prospect-predictions-for-2013.html

    

    Last reply by Second Base, March 29, 2013
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    Where will the Halos pitching staff ultimately rank in 2013? 1 2

    March 26, 2013 by Angel Oracle

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    In AL team ERA, WHIP, and Ks/BBs ratio? I predict 9th in AL ERA, 9th in WHIP, and say 8th in Ks/BBs ratio. I sure hope it ends up being better than that.

    

    Last reply by Angel Oracle, March 29, 2013
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    For a second I thought Trout had...

    March 29, 2013 by Hollyw00d

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    Gone vacationing in new zealand. http://www.grindtv.com/outdoor/excursions/post/enormous-new-zealand-brown-trout-possibly-a-world-record/

    

    Last reply by Hollyw00d, March 29, 2013
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    Gameday Thread: Angels vs. Dodgers (3/28) 1 2 3 4

    March 28, 2013 by Chuck

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    Anyone notice....

    March 29, 2013 by Hollyw00d

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    "blantana" has been the best pitcher this spring? This guy is solid and will perform 7.5 K/9, 3.5/1 K/BB ratio, 3.75 ERA, 1.2 WHIP, 15 wins. Book it.

    

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    Trout still lives in mom's basement

    March 28, 2013 by Troll Daddy

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    Arte, let's find a way to give the kid the extra money he deserves ... how about under the table? Found this on my second favorite sports website ... I think you know who's the first. http://bleacherreport.com/tb/da3wD?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=los-angeles-angels-of-anaheim not a slideshow guys

    

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    Source: D-Backs Paul Goldschmidt lands extension

    March 29, 2013 by Wallerrrr

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    The Diamondbacks and first baseman Paul Goldschmidt have agreed to a five-year, $32 million contract extension, a source confirmed Friday. The extension runs from 2014-18 with an option for 2019 and buys out arbitration years and at least one year of potential free agency. Read more... nice move by the d-backs. looks like he will become a free agent when he is about 30...if he continues performing like he has been he will be in line for a pretty nice pay day.

    

    Last reply by nando714, March 29, 2013
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    Angels trade Steve Geltz to Rays for Dane De La Rosa 1 2 3

    March 27, 2013 by Scott34

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    Not sure the size. I know 1 Angels minor leaguer is heading to Tampa.

    

    Last reply by ineedanap, March 29, 2013

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    From the LA Times - Angels' Ryan Madson not ready to go but says he's making progress

    March 29, 2013 by AngelsWin.com

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    Madson, the former Phillies closer, is recovering from elbow surgery nearly a year ago. He says his arm felt good after a bullpen session Wednesday. Ryan Madson said he's making progress in his return from elbow surgery but there's still no timetable for when he will pitch in the regular season. View the full article

    

    Last reply by AngelsWin.com, March 29, 2013
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    The Latest From AngelsWin.com: Erick Aybar Player Profile & Projections

    March 28, 2013 by AngelsWin.com

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    (Photo by Jeremy Long - jlongphoto.com) By Robert Cunningham - AngelsWin.com Staff Writer 2013 Outlook: Just in this last week, manager Mike Scioscia declared that Aybar would start the season in the 2-hole in the batting order behind Trout and in front of Pujols. This is a reasonable choice as Erick is a switch-hitter with similar platoon splits vs. LH and RH pitchers. In addition to that, Aybar has been one of the best bunters (forget about the squeeze please!) in the game for the last handful of years and I could easily envision a scenario where Trout gets on base and Aybar moves him over on a continual basis. Quick 1st inning run scoring can really make a dramati…

    

    Last reply by ineedanap, March 29, 2013
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    From the LA Times - Hyun-Jin Ryu sends Angels packing in Dodgers win, 3-0

    March 29, 2013 by AngelsWin.com

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    Dodgers starting pitcher retires all his batters in the first game of the Freeway Series exhibition. Dodgers rookie starting pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu looks more than ready for the season to begin. View the full article

    

    Last reply by AngelsWin.com, March 29, 2013
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    Angels Fans: Your MLB Fancave Representative, Danny Farris

    March 25, 2013 by Chuck

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    Meet Danny Danny Farris @ohshootitsdan - Hometown: Golden Grove, CA - Age: 24 Danny Farris, 24, is a Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim fan from Garden Grove, Calif. He graduated from Virginia Tech in 2011 where he was a member of the baseball team. Prior to joining the MLB Fan Cave, he managed a group of sports blogs in Southern California. In his submission video, he demonstrated a wardrobe largely dominated by Angels gear. While in Arizona during Spring Training with the other finalists, he convinced Rangers prospect Ben Rowen, a friend from his college days, to appear in a video. I have reached out to Danny to see if he can Blog about his experiences in the MLB Fa…

    

    Last reply by mrwicked, March 29, 2013

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    The scarp heap?

    March 28, 2013 by Docwaukee

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    The approach that JD has taken the last few days is very interesting. Familiarity breeds contempt vs. The devil you know. It seems that the former is his current play yet I think it's being mistaken for panic while it's likely that this was going to be part of the strategy regardless of the pitching staff's spring struggles. It seems way out of character for JD to suddenly become desperate. JD is a closet sabermatrician and those prone to such don't put a lot of stock into big money pen acquisitions. Every year, a number of players cross the waiver wire around this time. Guys that don't fit on certain teams or ones that haven't gotten their act together. …

    

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    5 BOLD Predictions for 2013 1 2

    March 27, 2013 by Second Base

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    Newest MWAH article, I rundown five legitimately surprising developments I think you'll see in 2013, including Pujols vs Trout, Richards vs rotation and Conger's future. http://www.monkeywithahalo.com/2013-articles/march/five-bold-predictions-for-the-angels-in-2013.html

    

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    I just dusted and spring cleaned the Gameday Chat Room

    March 29, 2013 by Chuck

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    If you're watching the game tonight, whether you're at the game or not, head into the Gameday Chat Room and let's comment in real time as the game is on. Let's get our Gameday Chat faces on for the season opener on Monday!!

    

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    Trout loves wings

    March 28, 2013 by nando714

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    http://hardballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/03/28/mike-trout-will-eat-24-kinda-gross-chicken-wings-in-ten-minutes/ We know where the extra pounds came from. 24 wings in ten minutes

    

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    The Latest from Alden Gonzalez - Star-laden Angels, Dodgers drawing national attention

    March 29, 2013 by AngelsWin.com

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    The Angels and Dodgers employ six of the 25 richest players in baseball, are already slated to play in a combined 27 national TV games this season -- a number that will presumably increase -- and boast rosters littered with star power. View the full article

    

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    The Latest from Alden Gonzalez - Madson to travel with team, continue rehab on road

    March 29, 2013 by AngelsWin.com

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    It's not just that reliever Ryan Madson hasn't pitched in a year; it's that he hasn't really been part of a team in that stretch, either. He wants to be with the Angels when they open their season on the road next week, even if he won't be closing out any of those games. View the full article

    

    Last reply by AngelsWin.com, March 29, 2013
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    BBTN top 500

    March 26, 2013 by Hubs

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    On ESPN, they've been ranking the best 500 players in MLB. Today is 11-25, tomorrow is the top ten. Here's where they've ranked the Angels not in the top 25, from 26-500. 101 CJ Wilson 142 Mark Trumbo 145 Ernesto Frieri 161 Howie Kendrick 175 Erick Aybar 287 Alberto Callaspo 288 Peter Bourjos 306 Sean Burnett 307 Tommy Hanson 327 Scott Downs 335 Jason Vargas 347 Chris Iannetta 428 Joe Blanton 459 Kevin Jepsen Likely Top 25: Pujols, Hamilton, Trout, Weaver. Likely Unranked: Ryan Madson, David Carpenter, Garrett Richards, Hank Conger, Chris Snyder, Kole Calhoun, & Andrew Romine. Also anyone else I forgot. I'm guessing the top 25 to be: …

    

    Last reply by Hubs, March 28, 2013
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    Reality hits for 'Next Knuckler' Booty

    March 28, 2013 by Wallerrrr

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    March 27, 2013, 4:50pm The next knuckler SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The "Next Knuckler" experiment is officially over. The Diamondbacks on Wednesday released pitcher Josh Booty, the former Marlins infield prospect, LSU quarterback and winner of the MLB Network reality show "The Next Knuckler." "We thoroughly enjoyed being a part of 'The Next Knuckler' and having Josh in camp," D-backs president and CEO Derrick Hall said. "We gave him an opportunity to make the team, but it unfortunately did not work out for him. He's a terrific guy and was a display of class his entire stay." Read More... I dont think anyone really ever thought he had a legit sho…

    

    Last reply by ettin, March 28, 2013
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    TBA the starting Halos pitcher for Tuesday and Wednesday?

    March 28, 2013 by Angel Oracle

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    Only the Halos would still be undecided on their 2nd and 3rd game starters this close to the start of the season. Nice!

    

    Last reply by Redondo, March 28, 2013
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    Photo of the Day: Um, I don't think that's Manny Ramirez

    March 28, 2013 by Wallerrrr

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    Veteran slugger of cowhide Manny Ramirez made his Taiwanese baseball debut on Wednesday (2-for-6!), and enthusiastic fans of the EDA Rhinos celebrated the occasion with a picture of ... someone else. That, baseball enthusiasts, is Johnny Cueto, also known as "someone other than Manny Ramirez, despite similar grooming choices." Still, it's the thought that counts. Let's take the "glass half full" approach and declare that Manny Ramirez and Johnny Cueto have the unflagging support of these two lovely and talented rooters. Read More...

    

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