Blue Jays bring 1-0 series advantage over Angels into game 2
The Toronto Blue Jays lead 1-0 in a four-game series against the Los Angeles AngelsMAY 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
LOS ANGELES ANGELS 63-99 · 5TH IN AL WEST
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Shohei Ohtani vs. Vladimir Guerrero Jr.: In a battle of 2 stars, a homer off a foul pole provided extra meaning "He's a great hitter. I take (things) away from great hitters. … So on the home run I gave up, I can learn something from it," Ohtani said.
MAY 27, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Ohtani doesn't think stiff back is 'a big issue' ANAHEIM -- Even Shohei Ohtani sometimes turns in a tough outing. But it could’ve been due to some back stiffness he experienced after throwi...
MAY 27, 2022 • MLB.COM
How to watch Blue Jays vs. Angels FREE on Apple TV+ Friday night’s game between the Blue Jays and Angels -- a matchup featuring Los Angeles' Shohei Ohtani and Toronto's Vladimir Guerrero Jr.,...
MAY 27, 2022 • MLB.COM
Shohei Ohtani struggles on the mound in Angels' loss to Blue Jays Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani gave up five runs, including two homers, in the team's 6-3 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays on Thursday at An...
MAY 27, 2022 • LATIMES.COM
Shohei Ohtani - Exits with back stiffness Ohtani exited Thursday's game against the Blue Jays due to back stiffness, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports.
Impact Ohtani was yanked in the eighth inning as Taylor Ward (shoulder) hit in his place. After the game, manager Joe Maddon suggested the injury wasn't serious and noted Ohtani could be in the lineup Friday.
MAY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Vlad Jr.'s HR helps Blue Jays best Ohtani ANAHEIM -- George Springer set the tone with a home run to open the game and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. added his own long ball as the Blue Jays...
MAY 27, 2022 • MLB.COM
Vlad Jr homers off Shohei Ohtani, Blue Jays top Angels 6-3
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. homered off Shohei Ohtani for the first time, and George Springer hit a leadoff home run in the Toronto Blue Jays’ 6-3 victory over the Los Angeles AngelsMAY 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Right this way! Ohtani directs runner back to dugout ANAHEIM -- A funny thing happened on the way to first base for Blue Jays right fielder Raimel Tapia in the fourth inning of Thursday's game...
MAY 27, 2022 • MLB.COM
Taylor Ward - Progress lacking Ward (shoulder) will be unable to play in the outfield until at least Saturday, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports.
Impact Ward has been out of the lineup for the last five games, but the team is resistant to putting him on the injured list because he is capable of pinch-hitting. The primary issue is Ward's fit in the lineup while he cannot play defense, as Shohei Ohtani occupies the designated hitter role. Per Sam Blum of The Athletic, Ward did not make progress Thursday and is not currently throwing in any capacity.
MAY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Mike Mayers - Designated for assignment Mayers was designated for assignment by the Angels on Thursday.
Impact Mayers made the Angels' Opening Day roster this season, and he earned a win and a hold while posting a 5.40 ERA and 1.44 WHIP in 16.2 innings over 15 relief appearances to begin the year. However, he'll lose his spot on the 40-man roster after Juan Lagares' contract was selected by the Angels on Thursday.
MAY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Juan Lagares - Contract selected by Angels Lagares' contract was selected by the Angels on Thursday.
Impact Lagares rejoined the Angels on a minor-league deal in early May, and he hit .308 with a triple, two doubles, six RBI and three runs over seven games at Triple-A Salt Lake. The 33-year-old is starting in right field and batting seventh Thursday, and he'll provide additional outfield depth while Taylor Ward (shoulder/neck) is sidelined.
MAY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Jared Walsh - Takes seat Thursday Walsh isn't starting Thursday's game against the Blue Jays, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports.
Impact Walsh has been productive recently, as he went 3-for-8 with a homer, a double, three runs and three strikeouts over the last two games. However, he's started against just five left-handed pitchers this season and will get a breather with southpaw Hyun Jin Ryu on the mound for the Blue Jays. Matt Duffy will start at first base and bat fifth.
MAY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Tyler Wade - Not starting Thursday Wade isn't starting Thursday against the Blue Jays, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports.
Impact Wade drew starts in the last four games and went 2-for-12 with a run, an RBI, a stolen base and two strikeouts. Luis Rengifo will start at second base and lead off Thursday.
MAY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Taylor Ward - Remains out of lineup Ward (shoulder/neck) isn't starting Thursday's game against the Blue Jays, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports.
Impact Ward will be out of the lineup for a fifth consecutive game as he continues to deal with neck and shoulder issues, but he underwent an MRI that came back clean Tuesday. The 28-year-old has been available to pinch hit recently, but he hasn't yet been cleared to throw or play the field. Juan Lagares will start in right field and bat seventh.
MAY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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MAY 26, 2022 • THESTAR.COM
Partner Content ' Blue Jays vs. Angels picks and odds: Bet on L.A. to start quick behind Shohei Ohtani The Toronto Blue Jays hit the West Coast on Thursday to begin a four-game series against the Los Angeles Angels.
MAY 26, 2022 • THESTAR.COM
How Angels relievers Jaime Barria and Mike Mayers are handling infrequent usage The Angels have two relievers who are getting infrequent work but are in two completely different positions.
MAY 26, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Shohei Ohtani - Swipes seventh bag Ohtani went 0-for-3 with a walk, a run and a stolen base in Wednesday's loss to the Rangers.
Impact There weren't many highlights for the Angels in the contest, but Ohtani did help the team get an early jump by leading off the first inning with a walk, swiping second base and coming around to score on an Anthony Rendon single. After collecting a career-high 26 steals last season, the two-way star is on a similar pace with seven thefts through 44 contests in 2022. Most of his other offensive numbers are slightly down, but Ohtani is still putting up solid production with nine homers, 28 RBI and 30 runs scored.
MAY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Reid Detmers - Struggles again Wednesday Detmers (2-2) took the loss against Texas on Wednesday, allowing five runs on five hits and one walk while striking out three batters across six innings.
Impact It was a positive that Detmers was able to give the Angels six innings in the contest -- this was only the second time all season that he has pitched that deep into a game. However, the southpaw was tagged for two fourth-inning homers and tied a season-worst mark by yielding five runs overall. Since hurling a no-hitter against Tampa Bay on May 10, Detmers has given up eight earned runs across 9.2 frames. Things won't get easier for him in the near future, as he's lined up to take on the Yankees in New York in his next start.
MAY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Detmers doesn't 'cave,' saves 'pen in loss ANAHEIM -- In his first home start since throwing a no-hitter against the Rays on May 10, Angels rookie lefty Reid Detmers didn't have his...
MAY 26, 2022 • MLB.COM
Blue Jays visit the Angels to begin 4-game series
The Los Angeles Angels host the Toronto Blue Jays to begin a four-game seriesMAY 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mitch Garver, Kole Calhoun HRs lead Texas past Angels 7-2
The Texas Rangers snapped a three-game skid with a 7-2 victory over the Los Angeles AngelsMAY 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Q&A: What happens to Angels' future plans with Angel Stadium? ANAHEIM, Calif. — On Wednesday morning, within 12 hours of the Anaheim City Council killing the Angel Stadium sale, the city of Long Beach r...
MAY 26, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Even Maddon in awe of Trout's greatness This story was excerpted from Rhett Bollinger's Angels Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it reg...
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