Frieri settling into setup role: Angels reliever Ernesto Frieri has tossed 4 2/3 hitless innings since joining Los Angeles. He's walked three and struck out 10 over that span. "I think all [the reports] were right on the money with him, about the deception in his delivery, the live arm," manager Mike Scioscia told MLB.com on Friday. "He's going to continue to be a major part of our 'pen, because you've seen some things stabilize as he's starting to pitch a little better, with [closer Scott] Downs and now with Jordan Walden throwing the ball like he can. You're starting to see our bullpen develop." (Updated 05/19/2012)
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 5/23/12).
Fantasy Analysis
Frieri has stepped up and gives the Halos a strong arm for late in games as the bullpen has been depleted this season. "Although I had never done it with the Padres, that's the role for me," said Frieri, who has basically been used as a setup man. "As a Latin [playing in the pressure-filled Winter Leagues], I'm used to pitching in those tough spots. San Diego didn't give me that opportunity, because I really didn't deserve it right away and they had too much talent here [in the bullpen]. And I understand that. But I feel comfortable in that role and I never put any added pressure on myself. I'm always the same guy." Fantasy owners should view Frieri as a low-end relief pitching option, best left for leagues that reward holds. (Updated 05/19/2012).
05/20/2012 20:48 Wild play puts Padres over Angels in 13
Pitcher Clayton Richard scored the winning run from first base on an error by fill-in left fielder Howie Kendrick with two outs in the 13th inning and the San Diego Padres beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-2 on Sunday in an unusual extra-inning game.
05/20/2012 19:47 Hit Parade for Week 8
Some catchers have been bitten by the injury bug in recent days, leaving some owners scrambling. Our Scott White shares some recommendations and helps set your lineups for Week 8 in his Hit Parade.
05/17/2012 17:44 Prospect spotlight: Angels reliever Ryan Brasier
Despite throwing a no-hitter two years ago, Angels right-hander Ryan Brasier is happy to be back in the bullpen for Triple-A Salt Lake City.
05/16/2012 12:56 Fantasy Relief: Let's be Frank about Francisco
Another week, another round of closer news. Are you on a never ending hunt for saves? Our Michael Hurcomb touches on some of the more volatile situations in his latest edition of Fantasy Relief.
05/15/2012 21:42 Santana, Angels blank Athletics
Ervin Santana struck out nine during 7 2/3 innings of four-hit ball, Albert Pujols drove in two runs with infield singles, and the Los Angeles Angels rebounded from yet another shutout loss with a 4-0 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday night.
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