2012 Player Preview: Albert Pujols

I’ve never been so excited to write a player season preview in my life.  There really is no reason to build this preview up beyond that.  Ladies and gentlemen, let’s talk about Albert Pujols… of the ANGELS!!! 2011 Stats: 579 AB, .299 AVG, .366 OBP,...

2012 Player Preview: C.J. Wilson

From foe to friend, C.J. Wilson exchanged his role as the Rangers ace for a homecoming, a truckload of cash the third starter spot in the Angel rotation.  Will Wilson help push the Halos over the top or was Texas right to let him walk away? 2011 Stats: 16-7, 223.1 IP,...

2012 Player Preview: Chris Iannetta

Already a fan favorite since he is the replacement for the much-maligned Jeff Mathis, Chris Iannetta is prepping for what could be a make or break season.  Will he be the answer to the Angels’ prayers at catcher or just another backstop that Mike Scioscia will...

2012 Player Preview: Jordan Walden

For a rookie All-Star closer, Jordan Walden faced a lot of uncertainty about his role heading into this off-season but he emerged with his closer job intact.  What does he have to do in 2012 to make sure that the Angels don’t go scrounging for a replacement...

2012 Player Preview: Mark Trumbo

Mark Trumbo exceeded expectations in 2011, making a strong case for Rookie of the Year and a long future in the Angel organization.  All that managed to earn him in 2012 is a potential defensive position switch and a severely reduced role.  Is the Trumbomber really...