Zack Cozart Returns to Top of the Lineup

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Zack Cozart returned to his usual spot hitting leadoff for the Angels on Thursday. After Mike Trout led off the last two games, it looks like manager Mike Scioscia has decided to return to the old lineup. That means Trout is hitting second and Shohei Ohtani, who had been batting […]

Blake Wood Set to Rehab Thursday

Los Angeles Angels reliever Blake Wood has a rehab appearance on Thursday. If all goes well, he could rejoin the team over the weekend or early next week. Wood does not figure to factor into the mix for saves in LA, even with Keynan Middleton out. He's worth a look in deep leagues that count […]

Garrett Richards Dominant on Wednesday

Los Angeles Angels right-hander Garrett Richards had another excellent outing on Wednesday, tossing seven innings and giving up two runs, neither which were earned. The outing lowered his season ERA to 3.47, with a 1.22 WHIP and 53 strikeouts in 46 2/3 innings pitched. You'd like to see more than four K's from Richards in […]

Jaime Barria to be Optioned Again

The Los Angeles Angels appeared to send down starting pitcher Jaime Barria, one day after the rookie tossed seven innings with one earned run and seven strikeouts against the defending World Series champion Houston Astros. Reliever Eduardo Paredes has taken his place on the active roster. The Angels are still rocking a six-man rotation, and […]

Mike Trout Remains in Leadoff Spot

Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout is hitting leadoff for the second day in a row on Wednesday. Tuesday Trout hit first with Zack Cozart out of the lineup. On Wednesday both Cozart and second baseman Ian Kinsler are in the lineup, but Trout is still hitting first with Shohei Ohtani hitting second. This […]

Shohei Ohtani Batting Second Again

Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani is hitting second once again on Wednesday. After making his debut in the second spot on Tuesday, Ohtani will hit there once again despite a return to the lineup from third baseman Zack Cozart. Hitting second between Mike Trout and Justin Upton is very ideal for Ohtani owners, […]

Zack Cozart Hitting Sixth in Return to Lineup

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Zack Cozart is back in the lineup on Wednesday after getting the day off on Tuesday. He has been moved down to sixth in the order however, with Mike Trout hitting leadoff and Shohei Ohtani batting second. Cozart has a .299 OBP on the year, so it's not surprising to […]

John Ross Preparing For Second Season

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver John Ross is trying to get out of his own head and just play football, something he struggled with last year. The 2017 ninth overall pick, Ross battled injuries and ineffectiveness en route to a lost season, where he did not haul in a single pass. He's in much better shape […]

Mike Trout to Bat Leadoff

Los Angeles Angels superstar outfielder Mike Trout is batting leadoff for the Angels on Tuesday against Gerrit Cole and the Houston Astros. With Ian Kinsler struggling and getting demoted to No. 7 and Zack Cozart getting the night off, Trout will hit leadoff with Japanese sensation Shohei Ohtani batting second. It's unlikely that Trout will […]

Zack Cozart Not in the Lineup Tuesday

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Zack Cozart is out of the lineup on Tuesday. No word of an injury has come through, so it's possible that manager Mike Scioscia is just trying to stack his lineup with as many left-handers as possible against Gerrit Cole. Regardless, Luis Valbuena will take his place at third base, […]

Shohei Ohtani Batting Second

Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani is batting second on Tuesday. With Zack Cozart getting a day off, Mike Trout slides up to the leadoff spot with Ohtani also moving up. This is the highest Ohtani has been in the order despite his excellent .348/.392/.652 slash line and five home runs. With Cozart's on-base […]

Griffin Canning Part of Another No-Hitter

Los Angeles Angels pitching prospect Griffin Canning has now been a part of two combined no-hitters this season for the Double-A Mobile Bay Bears. Canning is the Angels seventh-ranked prospect. He has a 1.95 ERA and 30 strikeouts in 27 2/3 innings since coming up to Double-A. He started the year at High-A Inland Empire […]

Justin Anderson Gets First Crack at Closing for Angels

Los Angeles Angels reliever Justin Anderson was called upon on Monday in LA's first save opportunity since closer Keynan Middleton (elbow) went on the disabled list. Middleton is having a second opinion on his elbow but with a UCL injury, there is a chance he could be out for the rest of the year if […]

Keynan Middleton Has Damaged UCL

Los Angeles Angels closer Keynan Middleton (elbow) has a damaged UCL and is going to a doctor to get a second opinion. He is not currently on the active roster, although an official disabled list announcement has yet to be made. This sounds like it could be a worst-case scenario for Middleton -- a trip […]

Golden Tate Hoping to Sign Extension with Lions

Detroit Lions slot receiver Golden Tate is hoping to sign an extension with the Lions after this season. Tate is fifth in the NFL in receptions since 2014 and will use the five-year, $75 million extension signed by fellow slot receiver Jarvis Landry to help determine his value. The nine-year veteran will be a huge […]

Ameer Abdullah Frustrated With Performance Last Year

Detroit Lions running back Ameer Abdullah was frustrated with his performance and his inconsistent role in the Lions offense last year. Abdullah rushed for 552 yards on a dismal 3.3 yards per carry. He expressed frustration with his limited role in the passing game, a role that was primarily handled by fellow running back Theo […]

Albert Pujols Draws Day off Friday

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Albert Pujols is out of the lineup on Friday. It appears to just be a regular day off for the 37-year-old. Shohei Ohtani will bat fourth and be the DH, while Luis Valbuena hits sixth and plays first base. Pujols is hitting .255 with six home runs and 21 RBI […]

Lions Waive Tion Green

The Detroit Lions have waived running back Tion Green. Green was an undrafted free agent who saw action toward the end of the 2017 season, racking up 42 carries for 165 yards. With the additions of LeGarrette Blount and Kerryon Johnson, it was clear Detroit was going to need to clear out some running backs. […]

Matt Patricia Emphatically Expresses Innocence

Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia has emphatically expressed his innocence following an article detailing a 22-year-old aggravated-assault indictment in Texas. The indictment never went to court, as the alleged victim never testified. These allegations never came up in previous interviews, and the Lions front office has stood behind Patricia in full support. Unless new […]

Blake Wood Nearing Rehab Assignment

Los Angeles Angels reliever Blake Wood (elbow) threw off a mound for the first time on Wednesday and will repeat the workout again on Friday. If all goes well, he could begin a rehab assignment next week. The team won't provide an exact timetable, but Wood could be back with the team in a little […]

Matt Shoemaker Shut Down

Los Angeles Angels right-hander Matt Shoemaker (forearm) has been shut down. “He’s stuck in neutral right now,” manager Mike Scioscia said. Shoemaker was throwing from 150 feet back on May 2 and at the time felt that a bullpen session was coming soon. Evidently that is not the case. For now, he does not have […]

Kole Calhoun Returns to Lineup

Los Angeles Angels right fielder Kole Calhoun is back in the lineup, batting eighth. Calhoun has been out of the lineup for nearly a week. He has not been starting against left-handed pitching and was replaced by Jabari Blash. Blash was just sent to Triple-A however, so Calhoun should resume his role in right field […]

Keynan Middleton Activated from DL

The Angels have activated right-hander Keynan Middleton from the disabled list. To make room on the roster, they have optioned outfielder Jabari Blash to Triple-A. Middleton is expected to return to the closer role and should be owned in nearly all formats. If an impatient owner dropped him while he was out, now is the […]

Jaime Barria Excellent Again

Los Angeles Angels right-handed rookie Jaime Barria had another outstanding start, this time shutting out the Rockies at Coors Field across 5 1/3 innings. He gave up five hits, walked one and struck out seven. The 21-year-old now has a 2.45 ERA and a 1.20 WHIP on the year, with 13 strikeouts. It's unclear if […]

Nick Tropeano Expected to Return Saturday

Los Angeles Angels starter Nick Tropeano (shoulder) threw a bullpen session on Tuesday and has another one scheduled for Thursday. If that goes well, expectations are that he will rejoin the Angels rotation on Saturday, the day he is first eligible. Tropeano has looked very strong through four starts this year, sporting a 3.42 ERA […]

Shohei Ohtani to Start Sunday Against Twins

Los Angeles Angels starter Shohei Ohtani has been confirmed as the starter for Sunday's game against the Minnesota Twins. Ohtani will hope to settle into a regular six-day cycle after throwing last Sunday against the Mariners. He sports a 4.10 ERA and a 1.17 WHIP with 32 strikeouts in 26 1/3 innings of work and […]

Ian Kinsler Dropped to Sixth in the Order

Los Angeles Angels second baseman Ian Kinsler has been moved down in the order, hitting sixth on Wednesday against the Rockies. Zack Cozart will bat leadoff in his place. Kinsler is in the midst of an egregious slump and is hitting just .198 on the year. He's still worth holding onto in deeper formats, but […]

Keynan Middleton Could be Activated Thursday

Los Angeles Angels closer Keynan Middleton (elbow) felt good after his rehab outing Tuesday at Triple-A Salt Lake. Manager Mike Scioscia indicated he could be activated as soon as Thursday. While it hasn't been confirmed, it's widely expected that Middleton will resume his role as LA's closer upon his return. Check your league's waiver wire […]

Keynan Middleton Will Rehab Tuesday

Los Angeles Angels closer Keynan Middleton (elbow) is beginning a rehab assignment with Triple-A Salt Lake on Tuesday. He is expected to rejoin the Angels sometime this week. Middleton expected to only be out the minimum 10 days, and that looks like it could be a reality for the fireballer. Middleton has a 2.40 ERA […]

Martin Maldonado Back From Bereavement List

Los Angeles Angels catcher Martin Maldonado is back from the bereavement list and is starting on Tuesday, hitting ninth and catching. Maldonado started the season off very slow but has picked it up lately. He is still hitting .213 with zero home runs on the year, so he is nothing more than a desperation catcher […]