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Patrick Sandoval, the Angels' Opening Day pitcher, suffered a high-grade flexor tear and a tear of his ulnar collateral ligament.
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A starter's underlying metrics can indicate which ones with higher-than-expected ERA numbers might turn things around.
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“When I was going well in 2022, I was a pissed-off guy,” Sandoval said. “When I’m on the mound, I turn into a completely different person."
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Sandoval wants to be more of a leader in the clubhouse and to get back to what made him successful in 2022.
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The Angels were counting on their young starters' taking a step forward. Instead, they’ve gone a step back.
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“I have a little conspiracy about it: That they are telling the scorers to be more lenient with the hits," said Angel Patrick Sandoval.
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The 26-year-old lefty enjoyed some epic battles with his All-Star teammate and proved he's ready for more starts on the biggest stages.
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For Sandoval, it was further validation of his ability to succeed in a role that he struggled mightily in over the past two seasons.
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Scott Engel points out the fantasy baseball free agents who managers should have in their crosshairs as the second half gets underway.
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The Angels pitcher "tried to be as safe as possible" but still got COVID-19.
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The fiery rookie is learning how to control his emotions on the mound.
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Minor League Outfielder of the Year Jo Adell is not the only promising prospect on track to make an impact on the Angels.
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