Based in Anaheim, California - the Angels are a professional baseball team ordeal established in 1961 when it started as an extension team which has been part of the American League western division ever since its inception. The name angels was given to the team because of the fact that Los Angeles was the home of this baseball franchise and even though they moved to Anaheim they have had a great influence by the city of angels. The team has also been known by several other names such as the halos, los Angelitos, the Seraphs, the wings, etc.
Their ballpark is the angel stadium of Anaheim; the team owner is Arte Moreno, the team manager is Mike Scioscia and the general manager is Tony Reagins.
Accomplishments and important moments:
Even though the team was founded in 1961 they have had several accomplishments that earned them a special place in the AL western division as well as in California. The team has had one wild card Berth in 2002 and they have also earned one American League pennant during the same year. The angels have also earned seven west division titles in the years of 1979, 1982, 1986, 2004, 2005, 2007 and finally in 2008. Two top it all off, the angels have had a successful World Series participation in 2002.
Pitchers in the current roster:
-Joe Sounders
-John Lackey
-Ervin Santana
Los Angeles Angels recent news:
They need those that seem to have trouble connecting those timely hits which is the reason why the Red Sox are on the lead for game 3. According to recent news, transforming adversity into opportunity is the Angels' New Mission statement and precisely what they are all about as they approach tough adversaries that leave no room for error.
It appears that as it is, the responsibility of taking the team to victory will rest on the shoulders of the pitchers who will have the battle against heavy hitters, this pitchers are Saunders and/or Beckett.
