News: With both Ryan Langerhans and Vernon Wells going down with injuries during Sunday's loss to the Padres, outfielder Peter Bourjos is expected to see the majority of starts in center field, reports MLB.com. Bourjos replaced Wells in the lineup in the 3-2 loss to San Diego and went 1 for 4 at the plate. He is batting .203 with nine RBI and one steal on the season.
Analysis: Bourjos started the year as the Angels starting center fielder but struggled mightily over the first month of the season. He was eventually replaced by Mike Trout in the lineup, but now looks to be in line to see everyday at-bats again. However, the Angels will also likely call somebody up from the minors on Monday, but most believe Bourjos will see the majority of the playing time until the Angels get healthy and Torii Hunter back from the restricted list. While he has the speed to make a difference in Fantasy, only owners in deeper formats should think about getting the 24-year-old active heading into Week 8 (May 21-27).
News: The Angels and Nationals have engaged in discussions regarding a trade centered around outfielder Peter Bourjos, CBSSports.com Baseball Insider Danny Knobler confirmed. On Thursday, FoxSports.com reported the sides "had preliminary discussions" about a deal. According to Knobler, the two sides talked about a swap in the winter but when Washington approached Los Angeles in the spring, the Angels rebuffed.
Analysis: Bourjos is an excellent defender and also possesses tremendous speed that has led to 22 stolen bases last season. The 25-year-old is also a quality hitter, but has struggled this season en route to a .192 batting average. His lowly production helped expedite the arrival of top prospect Mike Trout, who has pushed Bourjos to the bench. Fantasy owners should watch the situation as everyday playing time would certainly assist Bourjos.
News: Angels outfielder Peter Bourjos' slow start has finally cost him some playing time. For the second straight day, Bourjos was not in the starting lineup during Los Angeles' contest against Minnesota on Monday as top prospect Mike Trout drew the start in center field. It was the first time this season Bourjos has not started in back-to-back games. He has posted just one hit over his past 10 games for a paltry .167 batting average.
Analysis: Bourjos' sluggish first month of the season wasn't the only reason for his reduced role as the Angels are hoping Trout can provide an instant spark to the team's lagging offense. While the 25-year-old Bourjos boasts plenty of speed, he has struggled to effectively reach base (.231 OBP) to create havoc on the base paths and has just one stolen base in two attempts this season. Bourjous will likely see the largest decrease in playing time with Trout's arrival and he should be viewed as a low-end reserve option in AL-only Fantasy formats for now.
News: After going hitless in four games, Angels outfielder Peter Bourjos collected a hit for the second straight contest on Sunday against the Orioles. He went 1 for 3 in the 3-2 loss. Bourjos has gone 8 for 40 (.200) with one homer, seven RBI and a stolen base through 13 games.
Analysis: Bourjos got off to a decent start this season but has been slumping of late. He has gone just 2 for 20 in his last seven contests and has sat out a few games as manager Mike Scioscia tries to get his bench players some playing time. The 25-year-old has some big-time speed and can be a viable option in Fantasy when getting on base but keep Bourjos reserved in deeper mixed leagues until he turns things around.
News: Los Angeles outfielder Peter Bourjos gave the Angels the lead on a three-run, inside-the-park homer in the top of the fifth inning on Wednesday against the Twins. Bourjos lined a ball to deep left field and Josh Willingham misplayed the ball. It took Bourjos 14 seconds flat to circle the bases. He went 1 for 3 on the day and also struck out once. Despite his best efforts, the Angels lost to the Twins, 6-5.
Analysis: Bourjous hadn't done much offensively before Wednesday as he had just one RBI and was batting .182 prior to that contest. He's a proven streaky hitter and holds more value in Rotisserie formats. Fantasy owners should continue to view him as a low-end outfielder option.
News: Angels outfielder Peter Bourjos has started three of the team's four games in center field this season. While Bourjos has a perfect fielding percentage, he's not doing much offensively. He has a .182 average (2 for 11) with one run, one RBI, one caught stealing and three strikeouts.
Analysis: While Bourjos is a solid defender, he has the ability to fill the stat sheet offensively. That makes him a little more valuable in Rotisserie Fantasy formats than Head-to-Head leagues. Bourjos proved in 2011 that he could be a streaky hitter, so it might just be a matter of time before he gets rolling. He's still just a low-end Fantasy start at this time.
News: Angels outfielder Peter Bourjos hadn't recorded a stolen base through 16 games this spring but that changed in Tuesday's Cactus League game against the Giants. He went 2 for 2 with a walk, two runs scored and a steal in the 5-3 win. Bourjos has gone 14 for 44 (.318) with one RBI and eight runs scored so far this spring.
Analysis: Bourjos batted .271 with 12 homers, 43 RBI and 22 stolen bases in 147 games a year ago and has some serious upside at age 24. While he will play the 2012 campaign with fraying of the labrum in his right hip, he should be able to record a ton of steals and cross the plate quite frequently with a potent lineup surrounding him in Anaheim. Owners should keep him mind that Mike Trout could come for his playing time if Bourjos struggles but based on his current role with the Angels, target him in most Fantasy formats -- especially Rotisserie -- on Draft Day.
News: Angels outfielder Peter Bourjos, who has a right hip issue, made his spring debut on Monday against the A's. He went 1 for 2 with an RBI. Bourjos was also caught stealing in the contest.
Analysis: Bourjos is expected to have surgery for fraying of the labrum in his right hip after the 2012 campaign but the injury is not expected to hinder him during the year. He can either bat leadoff or ninth for the Angels this season so keep an eye on his progress during the spring. The 24-year-old has some blazing speed with some budding power and with a potent lineup surrounding him in Anaheim, he should be in line for a productive campaign. Target Bourjos in most Fantasy formats -- especially Rotisserie -- on Draft Day.
News: After registering a .327 on-base percentage and .271 batting average last year, Angels outfielder Peter Bourjos is trying to become a more selective hitter in the hopes he can take over the leadoff spot in the lineup. "I need to control the strike zone better, something I started to get a feel for later in the season," Bourjos told ESPN.com on Tuesday. "I feel like I took some pitches that I was chasing earlier. I feel like I’m starting to get a little more like I was in the minor leagues. I don’t know if I’ll be that at the start of the season. Hopefully I am." Bourjos also led the American League with 11 triples last year.
Analysis: Bourjos will likely hit ninth against right-handed pitchers this season, but could ascend to the leadoff spot against lefties. Los Angeles manager Mike Scioscia told reporters he is hoping Bourjos will take over responsibilities atop the lineup in a full-time capacity early in the season. Bourjos said he is preparing to play despite announcing he will have surgery after the season to repair fraying of the labrum in the joint of his right hip. The speedy Bourjos will also contribute solid steal totals and is worth a late-round selection in 2012 Fantasy drafts, especially Rotisserie formats.
News: The Los Angeles Times reports Angels outfielder Peter Bourjos said he will probably have surgery for fraying of the labrum in his right hip after the 2012 season. Bourjos said he has dealt with the hip problem for 4-5 seasons, but he added that he is "100 percent" right now and is ready for the season after rehabbing all offseason. "As long as I keep it strong and loose, it should be all right," Bourjos said. "Once I get going, it's fine. It's usually after games that it's sore. That's why I soak in an ice bath."
Analysis: Obviously, there is some concern, even though Bourjos says he is 100 percent. He could have a setback at any time, but you know Bourjos wants to push through this injury with prospect Mike Trout waiting in the wings. Bourjos is expected to start in center for the Angels. He hit .271 in 147 games last season and is a solid defender. Consider Bourjos more of a mid-round Fantasy option on Draft Day. He has more value in Rotisserie formats.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Angels OF Peter Bourjos was planning to play winter ball again this offseason but a chronic hip/groin injury flared up and he has instead spent the winter rehabbing that injury. Bourjos said the hip issue has bothered him "on and off" for a few seasons now and has been diagnosed as a bone bruise with some fraying in the labrum. Surgery to address the problem might be considered following the 2012 season, Bourjos said, but he thinks it will be manageable this season.
Analysis: Bourjos wants to play through the pain so he doesn't become an afterthought in Los Angeles. Although, he might be forced into a role as a fourth outfielder if prospect Mike Trout proves too good to sit or keep in the minors, but as of now Bourjos is expected to start in center. Bourjos did hit .271 in 147 games last season and is a solid defender. But this hip injury is a bit concerning if it's going to linger. Consider Bourjos more of a mid-round Fantasy option on Draft Day. He has more value in Rotisserie formats.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos finished just a double shy of the cycle on Wednesday night in a win at Toronto. Bourjos homered for the 12th time this season in the fifth inning off starter Dustin McGowan. He added a triple and a single in the game and finished 3 for 4 with three runs scored. Bourjos added his 22nd stolen base of the season. He's batting .272 on the year.
Analysis: Bourjos has gone 6 for 9 in his last two games with five runs scored and has hit for the cycle if you combine the two contests. For the season, Bourjos has put together very solid numbers with 26 doubles, 10 triples, 12 homers, 39 RBI, 72 runs scored and 22 steals. Fantasy owners can expect to use Bourjos in mixed and Rotisserie Fantasy leagues heading into next year.
News: After hitting just three homers before the All-Star Game, Angels OF Peter Bourjos has experienced a strong power jolt in the second half. The 6-foot-1 speedster has clubbed five homers over his past 14 games, the same total he produced in his first 111 games. "I'm getting in better counts and putting some good swings on balls," Bourjos told MLB.com on Sunday. "I'm feeling good at the plate."
Analysis: Bourjos last went deep Saturday during Los Angeles' 10-6 win over Minnesota. Manager Mike Scioscia said he isn't concern Bourjos will pull away from his contact approach that has resulted in 31 infield hits this year. "Pete feels when he hits a home run, it's a mistake [pitch]," Scioscia told MLB.com. "It's not going to take him out of his game." Fantasy owners should consider Bourjos a decent option in mixed leagues during his hot stretch.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos continued his hot hitting during Monday night's contest against the Mariners. Bourjos, who was batting .326 in August entering the contest, finished 1 for 3 with a single in the 5-3 victory. His lone hit came in the third inning, but he was thrown out trying to stretch his hit into a double. Bourjos is now batting .278 on the season.
Analysis: Bourjos has cooled off a bit over the last week but has still managed to hit safely in nine of his last 11 contests. While he can be a bit streaky at times, the 24-year-old is starting to look more and more comfortable at the plate and continues to impress with his speed. Fantasy owners should continue and roll with Bourjos as a viable option in deeper mixed and Rotisserie formats over the final five weeks of the season.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos flexed his power muscles as he put the finishing touches on perhaps the best three-game series of his career on Sunday. Playing against Baltimore, Bourjos went 3 for 5 on Sunday with his eighth home run of the season. Bourjos hit a two-run shot in the game and added a third RBI. In the three-game series, Bourjos has gone 9 for 16 with five runs scored, a double, three homers and five RBI. Bourjos, who also stole a base in the series, homered in all three games against Orioles pitching. Bourjos is batting .286 for the year.
Analysis: The speedy center fielder is not known for his power, but he managed to homer in all three weekend games against the Orioles. His hot streak doesn't end there, however, as he's gone 17 for 34 (.500) over an eight-game hitting streak. He has seven extra-base hits over that span with seven RBI and two steals. Bourjos is playing fantastic at the moment and is gaining Fantasy value by the truckload in deeper mixed and Rotisserie formats.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos extended his hitting streak to seven games in a big way on Saturday night against the Orioles. He went 3 for 6 with a home run in the 9-8 win. He singled in the third inning, scoring on Bobby Abreu's double two batters later, before launching a solo shot off starter Tommy Hanson in the seventh. He added another single in the 12th to give him his second three-hit performance of August. Bourjos has gone 14 for 29 (.483) during his streak with two homers and four RBI.
Analysis: Bourjos has really started to turn things on in August as he has eight multi-hit performances on the month with four of his seven homers on the year. He has raised his slugging percentage from .391 to .444 since the end of July and has kept his speed up with three stolen bases. He is shaping up to be a solid leadoff hitter for years to come and has plenty of room to grow at age 24. Owners in deeper mixed leagues might want to take a look at Bourjos for Week 21 (Aug. 22-28) with games against the White Sox and Rangers on the schedule.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos netted his eighth triple and 21st double as part of a 2-for-4 game Sunday against the Blue Jays. He also had one RBI and one run. Bourjos is 12 for 39 (.308) with two homers, one triple, four doubles and four RBI in 12 August games.
Analysis: The offense is once again clicking for Bourjos, who has had an up-and-down rookie season. Bourjos was a great offensive player in the minors and has the talent to fill the stat sheet, but until he becomes a consistent hitter, then he remains a low-end Fantasy option.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos homered in the fifth inning of Wednesday's loss to the Yankees in New York. Bourjos went deep for the fifth time this season as he hit a two-out, solo homer off starter Ivan Nova. Bourjos went 2 for 4 in the game and is batting .269 for the year.
Analysis: Bourjos is certainly not known for his power, but he has two homers in his last seven games for the Angels. With 15 stolen bases, Bourjos can be used in Rotisserie and AL-only Fantasy leagues mostly.
News: Los Angeles OF Peter Bourjos threw out Danny Valencia at the plate as he tried to score on a single by Tsuyoshi Nishioka on Thursday night. Bourjos also showed off his speed on the bases as he made it to third base after Jeff Mathis grounded out to the pitcher and was thrown out at first. Bourjos finished the day going 2 for 4 with two runs scored and one RBI in the Angels' 7-1 win over the Twins.
Analysis: Bourjos has a modest three-game hit streak going on where he's gone 5 for 10 (.500) with a homer and two RBI. He's now batting .270 on the year and to go with four homers and 23 RBI. Fantasy owners should view Bourjos as a low-end option in AL-only formats, but his stock continues to rise with every performance he has like this.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos went hitless in three at-bats during Los Angeles' 3-2 loss to Baltimore on Saturday night. Bourjos was activated from the disabled list earlier Saturday and missed 11 games due to hamstring tightness. "It really feels a lot better," Bourjos told MLB.com before Saturday's game. "It just really felt like I had a knot in there, but it's feeling a lot better." Bourjos is now hitting .269 this season.
Analysis: Angels manager Mike Scioscia said he will ease Bourjos back into the everyday lineup at first and he probably won't play Sunday in the series finale. "He's ready to go; he feels good," Scioscia told MLB.com. "We'll play him [Saturday] and probably let him work his way back into just playing some games, probably stay away from [Sunday] and see how he comes out of it on Monday." Fantasy owners should view Bourjos as a low-end option in AL-only formats as he could lose playing time if Mike Trout stays in the majors.
News: The Angels activated OF Peter Bourjos from the 15-day disabled list after Friday's 6-1 over the Orioles. He went through a full workout before the contest and is expected to be back in center field on Saturday. Bourjos had been out since July 7 due to a hamstring injury.
Analysis: Not only is Bourjos expected back Saturday, manager Mike Scioscia said that he will get the start in center field. He also added that Mike Trout could remain in the majors a little longer. Both are expected to be patrolling the outfield for the Angels for years to come but Fantasy owners should keep an eye on the situation to see who will be starting in center field for the rest of this season. Bourjos batted .272 with three homers, 17 RBI and 11 stolen bases before landing on the DL so prepare to get him active in deeper Fantasy formats for Week 17 (July 25-31).
News: The Orange County Register reports Angels OF Peter Bourjos went through a full workout before Friday's series opener against the Orioles and is expected to be activated from the 15-day disabled list Saturday. Bourjos has been out since July 7 due to a hamstring injury.
Analysis: Not only is Bourjos expected back Saturday, manager Mike Scioscia said that he will get the start in center field. He also added that Mike Trout could remain in the majors a little longer. Both are expected to be patrolling the outfield for the Angels for years to come but Fantasy owners should keep an eye on the situation to see who will be starting in center field for the rest of this season. Bourjos batted .272 with three homers, 17 RBI and 11 stolen bases before landing on the DL so prepare to get him active in deeper Fantasy formats for Week 17 (July 25-31).
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos might be activated from the disabled list Saturday against Baltimore, according to the Orange County Register. Bourjos, on the 15-day disabled list with a hamstring injury, is currently running at 60 percent but remains a candidate to return.
Analysis: Bourjos will likely return to the lineup the first day he is eligible as Los Angeles has struggled with injuries to its outfield this season. Bourjos is certainly dependent on speed for his success and has 11 stolen bases in 15 attempts this season. Fantasy owners should monitor his progress as it could take him some more time to reach 100 percent with his legs again. Consider him a low-end option in AL-only Fantasy formats for now.
News: According to the Orange County Register Angels OF Peter Bourjos was placed on the 15-day disabled list on Friday with a hamstring injury. Second baseman Alexi Amarista was recalled from Triple-A to take Bourjos' spot on the roster. This move is retroactive so Bourjos will be eligible to return on July 23.
Analysis: Bourjos had missed four straight game with this hamstring issue, which led to Mike Trout to get some starts. It seemed Bourjos was almost ready to return to the lineup, but his hamstring tightened up on Thursday at the end of his workout. Trout will likely remain the starter at center in the short term, but owners may want to seek more reliable options if Bourjos hits the DL. Hot-hitting OF options like Nate Schierholtz, Travis Snider and Eric Thames are all owned in less than 50 percent of CBSSports.com Fantasy leagues. When healthy, Bourjos is a decent OF option in deeper mixed and AL-only formats.
News: The Orange County Register reports Friday that starting OF Peter Bourjos' hamstring tightened up at the end of Thursday's workout, and he is likely headed for the disabled list. He was out of the lineup for the fourth straight game Friday against the A's with the issue, with Mike Trout once again in his place.
Analysis: Bourjos was on the cusp of a return to the Halos, but the Thursday setback may have earned him a spot on the disabled list. Fantasy owners should keep close tabs on the situation, though it appears to be all bad news for the speedster. Trout will likely remain the starter at center in the short term, but owners may want to seek more reliable options if Bourjos hits the DL. Hot-hitting OF options like Nate Schierholtz, Travis Snider and Eric Thames are all owned in less than 50 percent of CBSSports.com Fantasy leagues.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos was not in the team's posted lineup for Friday's game against the A's, missing a fourth straight game with a hamstring issue. He had hoped to play in the first game after the All-Star break, though he is not ruled out for the entirety of the three-game set. Mike Trout started again in center for Bourjos.
Analysis: Bourjos remains on the cusp of a return for the Halos, and his job is not in jeopardy once he returns to the mix. The team is not taking any chances with his recovery, and they want him to be 100 percent before letting him play. Trout will remain the short-term starter, but Fantasy owners should keep in mind that the 19-year-old will be back in the minors sooner than later. Bourjos is still considered a marginal option when healthy, despite a .272 average with limited power numbers.
News: The Orange County Register reports Thursday that Angels manager Mike Scioscia said said that OF Peter Bourjos may play in the series at Oakland beginning Friday. He was out of action for the last three games heading into the break with a hamstring injury. Bourjos said he "felt a lot better" after going through a workout at Angel Stadium earlier in the day. "I don't feel it at all anymore," he said before taking batting practice on the field Thursday and shagging fly balls. "I really do (think he will be ready to play this weekend). I definitely don't want to go on the DL. I'm hoping I can play at some point this weekend." Still, Scioscia said that the team will not start him until he is 100 percent healthy, so Mike Trout remains the short term starter in center.
Analysis: Bourjos got games off in addition to the All-Star break, so the Friday series opener will be the eighth day since he last played. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on his injury situation, though all signs point to a quick return. It isn't too much of a surprise considering he didn't land on the disabled list, though the 19-year-old Trout is as highly-touted as prospects come. Still, Bourjos will remain the starter once fully healthy, so he will once again be worth marginal to low-end consideration in deeper leagues.
News: As expected, Angels OF Peter Bourjos was not in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Mariners as he continues to deal with a right hamstring injury. Bourjos has missed three straight games with the issue, though the team does not anticipate him needed to go on the disabled list with the All-Star break approaching. 19-year-old Mike Trout replaced him again in center field.
Analysis: Bourjos not only is likely to avoid a DL stint, but the much-hyped Trout isn't a threat to take his job even with top-notch performances in his absence. Fantasy owners should eye the issue just in case the Angels shake things up and hold onto their top prospect to push Bourjos a bit, though it's unlikely. Stash the speedy 24-year-old as a marginal OF option going forward, unless he unexpectedly lands on the shelf.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos was out of the starting lineup for the second straight day for Saturday's game against the Mariners. He left Thursday's contest with an injury to his right hamstring and has not played since. Mike Trout replaced Bourjos in center field against right-hander Michael Pineda.
Analysis: Bourjos will likely sit out again on Sunday to give him some extra rest heading into the All-Star break. Even though the Angels called up their top prospect, Trout, to take his place in center field, the 24-year-old is expected to resume his role as everyday center fielder once healthy. Keep an eye on the situation just to be safe as Trout could make a push for playing time with some solid performances. Bourjos went 15 for 36 (.417) with two RBI and three stolen bases in his 11 games prior to being injured and should be stashed away in deeper Fantasy formats while he is out.
News: The Angels recalled 19-year-old prospect Mike Trout from Double-A Arkansas following the injury suffered by Peter Bourjos on Thursday night. Bourjos left Thursday's game with an injury to his right hamstring and is not expected to play in the final three games prior to the All-Star break, according to the Los Angeles Times.
Analysis: The Angels have yet to announce a corresponding move, but it could very likely be Bourjos going to the disabled list. What the 19-year-old Trout, does in the meantime could create a situation where Bourjos returns to a more limited role when he does return. However, Manager Mike Scioscia said that Bourjos is his starter at center field once he heals up. Torii Hunter could also become affected by this situation. Follow this situation closely, though the speedy Bourjos seems to be a safe option if he can avoid a DL stint.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos left Thursday's game against the Mariners in the eighth inning with tightness in his right hamstring. He hit an RBI double in the eighth inning and could be seen grabbing the back of his leg after stopping half-way between third and retreating to second base. Bourjos went 3 for 4 with an RBI before being replaced on the basepaths by Alberto Callaspo.
Analysis: Bourjos has been tearing the cover off the ball of late, including on Thursday, so keep an eye on his status in the coming days. He is expected to be re-evaluated on Friday, but he could sit out the weekend series to rest up over the All-Star break. He has gone 15 for 36 (.417) over his last 11 contests with two RBI and three stolen bases. The 24-year-old is finally showing his promise and should be able to keep things going in the second half, as long as this injury does not affect his speed. When healthy, consider Bourjos a low-end Fantasy OF.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos struck out twice on Wednesday in a loss to the Tigers. Bourjos went 0 for 3 in the game and is batting .265 on the season. Bourjos entered Wednesday's game batting .357 in July, however.
Analysis: Bourjos is all speed and not much bat and with just 11 stolen bases over 85 games, his production is simply lacking. He has a lot of ability, but is mostly just a low-end option for AL-only Fantasy leagues.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Angels OF Peter Bourjos went 6 for 13 in the three-game sweep of the Nationals, finishing a strong June. Bourjos has been up-and-down in the first three months of the season. After finishing April with a .309 average, he hit only .176 (18 for 102) with 31 strikeouts in May. But he rebounded in June, batting .329 (23 for 70) and cutting down on his strikeouts (14).
Analysis: Bourjos saw his batting average raise from .240 to .263 in June and he finished the month on a four game hitting streak. He went 7 for 15 (.467) over that span and appears to be heating up with the summer months. The 24-year-old still has problems with strike-zone recognition but his blazing speed and increasing batting average is putting him back on the Fantasy map. The Angels expect him to be the leadoff man of the future but consider Bourjos as more of a low-end Fantasy OF at this point.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos continued his recent solid run at the plate on Monday night against the Nationals. He collected four hits, going 4 for 5 with a double and an RBI. Bourjos is 21 for 66 (.339) at the plate in 21 June games.
Analysis: In June, Bourjos is also boasting a .379 on-base percentage. He is not going to offer you much pop or run-production ability, but owners in Rotisserie formats looking for some cheap help in the AVG and OBP departments should think about getting in while the getting is good.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos collected his third hit in his last five games in Sunday's series finale against the Dodgers. He went 1 for 2 with a single. He was also hit by a pitch in the 3-2 loss. Bourjos is batting .298 (17 for 57) in June with three RBI, four runs scored and two stolen bases.
Analysis: Bourjos has been able to raise his batting average from .240 at the beginning of the month to its current mark of .253 and is getting on base at a .307 clip. He was limited while the Angels were playing in National League parks but with those games over with, he should resume playing everyday in center field. The 24-year-old still has problems with strike-zone recognition but his blazing speed in increasing batting average is putting him back on the Fantasy map. With games against the Nationals and Dodgers on the schedule for Week 13 (June 27-July 3), both series at home, continue to view Bourjos as a low-end Fantasy OF. He is batting .252 with eight RBI and five stolen bases at Angel Stadium this season.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos could not make much contact against the Mariners on Monday night. He went 0 for 4 with three strikeouts in the 6-3 win. Bourjos has struck out seven times in 30 at-bats so far in June, and 66 times in 226 at-bats overall.
Analysis: Despite his three-K night on Monday, Bourjos has gone 8 for 30 (.267) so far in June, raising his batting average from .240 at the beginning of the month to its current mark of .243. While it is nearly 40 points higher than what he hit during his call-up a year ago, it is nowhere near the average he posted in the minors. The Angels plan on keeping him in the lineup to work his way through his offensive woes, but Fantasy owners might want to leave him on the bench until he starts picking it up at the plate. Continue to view Bourjos as more of a low-end Fantasy OF at this point.
News: After starting 17 straight games in center field, Peter Bourjos was on the bench for Tuesday's game against the Rays. Vernon Wells, who came off the DL on Tuesday, made his fifth start in center field this season.
Analysis: We know what you are thinking -- Wells' return spells bad news for Bourjos. But that's not the case -- at least yet anyway. Bourjos had a disappointing May after productive April, but the Angels like this kid's defense in center field and feel he will come around at the plate. Los Angeles does have the components to keep Bourjos on the bench, but this is just a way for him to get a day off now that Wells, who usually starts in left field, is off the DL. Bourjos is still worth holding onto in larger Fantasy formats.
News: After batting just .176 with 31 strikeouts in May, Angels OF Peter Bourjos told MLB.com on Saturday that he has been making some adjustments at the plate to get things going in June. He went 2 for 3 with an RBI on Friday night, raising his average to .243 on the year. "Whenever you're struggling and you go up there and get a couple hits, you always feel good coming in the next day," he said. "You just hope you can carry it over and have good at bats." Bourjos added that he thinks pitchers have learned how to throw to him now, and it is up to him to make the proper adjustments. "I think the league kind of adjusted," he said. "They started throwing me a lot more breaking balls and getting ahead in the count with that and then finished me away with fastballs."
Analysis: Bourjos has been a menace on the basepaths when he makes contact but his 60 strikeouts in 202 at-bats is cause for concern, especially for a player that is expected to bat leadoff someday. "I think it's swinging at the breaking ball that you can hit instead of swinging at them all," he said. "You can't hit the good breaking ball, it's the one that's hanging that you want to hit." He has always hit for average in the minors with a ton of stolen bases so he should be able to figure it out eventually. The 24-year-old will continue to see solid playing time in center field for the Angels, but until he starts picking up his batting average, Fantasy owners might want to leave him for AL-only formats.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos connected for his third homer Monday against the Royals, providing his only hit in five at-bats. Bourjos produced a solo homer off Louis Coleman in the eighth inning. He is now 7 for 30 (.233) with one double, one homer, one triple and two RBI in his last eight games.
Analysis: Bourjos can't wait for May to end. After hitting .309 in April, Bourjos' average has dropped to .240 as of Monday. Manager Mike Scioscia attributes Bourjos' struggles on the fact the scouting report is out on the talented youngster. He is going to have to make adjustments or face a potential move to the bench if the Angels have better options. As of now, his starting job is not in jeopardy, but Bourjos is a low-end Fantasy option.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos collected the only hit in Los Angeles' 1-0 loss to Minnesota in 10 innings on Saturday night. Bourjos, who finished 1 for 3, broke up a no-hitter by Twins SP Anthony Swarzak with his one-out double in the eighth inning. It was his eighth double of the season and he was one of just three runners left on base during the Angels' third loss in their last five games.
Analysis: Bourjos collected an extra-base hit for the second game in a row and is now hitting a sub-par .246 this season. And he could have his playing time reduced with the recent signing of Russell Branyan. According to reports, Branyan could split time at first base with Mark Trumbo, who would then shift to right field when both are in the lineup. That move would push Torii Hunter into center field and forcing Bourjos to take a seat unless he begins to produce at the plate. Fantasy owners should watch for developments and consider Bourjos a low-end option in AL-only formats for now.
News:Torii Hunter moved back to his old stomping grounds in center field for Thursday's series finale against the Mariners as Los Angeles wanted to give the slumping Peter Bourjos a day off. It was just the fifth time this season Bourjos did not start in center. He has a team-high 40 starts in center field. “For right now, we’re going to give Peter a day,” manager Mike Scioscia said before the game. “He’ll continue to play. With any young player, there’s going to be some adjustments. As trends start to appear and teams put together scouting reports, the way teams are pitching you -- you have to make adjustments. It’s a normal process. With experience, their down times will hopefully be shorter.”
Analysis: Bourjos has just three hits in his last 37 at-bats (42 plate appearances), so he could definitely use a day to regroup. Prior to his slump, Bourjos hit .330 with 15 runs, six doubles, four triples, two homers and eight RBI in a 25-game span, so you see the kind of top-end potential he brings to the table. It seems the Angels have figured out what Bourjos needs to do to get back on track. But Week 8 (May 23-29) is still going to present some challenges for Bourjos. He has four games against the A's, who he is just a .179 career hitter against in 10 games, and will face two left-handed starters. Bourjos is hitting just .186 in his career against lefty starters.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos, who had his batting average over .300 as recently as May 8, is batting .262 now after going 0 for 4 with two strikeouts Monday at Oakland. He has only one hit in 23 at-bats over his last seven games and is batting just .176 in May. "Pete's gripping the bat a little bit [too tightly]," said Angels manager Mike Scioscia to MLB.com Tuesday. "He's in a tailspin. But he's still out in center field giving us that defense we need."
Analysis: With 45 strikeouts in 145 at-bats, Bourjos is a free-swinger who will have to rely on a certain amount of luck to maintain a high batting average over a full season. He did consistently hit in the .290 range in the minor leagues, but he also struck out much less. As he gains experience, he could eventually morph into that type of player in the majors, but he's not there yet. He'll provide some steals and extra-base pop, but his inconsistencies make him just a low-end Fantasy option at this stage of his career.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos got his batting average back over the .300 mark in Sunday's game agianst the Indians. He went 2 for 3 with an RBI, a run scored and a walk in the 6-5 win. He singled in the third inning and drove in a run with his infield hit in the eighth inning. He then scored the go-ahead run on Erick Aybar's two RBI double one batter later. Bourjos is batting .303 on the year with 10 RBI and 18 runs scored.
Analysis: Bourjos has gotten off to a solid start this season and is making up for the .204 he batted in 51 games a year ago. He has game-changing speed and should be able to swipe a bunch of bags throughout the course of the year. Strikeouts might hinder his Fantasy value a bit but the 24-year-old has the upside to be a solid Fantasy OF. Heading into Fantasy Week 6 (May 9-15), keep Bourjos active in AL-only formats and some deeper mixed leagues.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos entered Tuesday night's contest against the Red Sox batting .297 but has struggled with his strikeouts. The 24-year-old struck out 32 times in 101 at-bats on the season but told MLB.com that he is working on his approach. "I'm working on my two-strike approach, trying to find the balance," Bourjos said. Manager Mike Scioscia agreed and added Bourjos not a finished product at the plate. "That's one part of his game he's paying attention to, trying to get a good two-strike approach and put more balls in play," manager Mike Scioscia said. "Offensively, Peter's not a finished product. He's doing a good job. Hitting ninth, he's going to be a real positive. If you're looking at a first- or second-place hitter with 250 [Major League] at-bats, that's a lot to ask. I think his strikeouts will be reduced as he learns the league and his swing better."
Analysis: Other than his strikeout totals, Bourjos has been pretty good at the plate. He is tied for first in the majors with nine infield hits, he leads in bunt hits (five) and triples (four). He also is 3-for-7 in steal attempts, and has hit safely in seven of his last eight games. While Bourjos is still a bit of a work in progress at the plate, he looks to have all the makings of of a solid Fantasy OF. Continue to roll with him in the majority of deeper formats at this point in the season.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos had a productive night at the plate on Tuesday against the A's and went for many extra bases. He went 3 for 4 with an RBI and two runs scored in the 8-3 win. He reached on an infield single in the second and scored on batter later on a double. He then hit an RBI triple in the fifth and added another triple in the eighth. Bourjos, who has four triples on the year, is batting .321 this season.
Analysis: Bourjos has been tearing it up at the plate lately as he has gone 16 for 36 (.444) with four RBI and six runs scored over his last 10 games. He also has one homer with three triples over that span and is finally starting to put it all together offensively. The 24-year-old has some blazing speed and while power will likely not be his forte, he is a solid Fantasy OF in the making that owners in mixed leagues should be taking notice of. Continue to roll with Bourjos in deeper Fantasy formats.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos continued his hot hitting ways in Sunday's series finale against the Red Sox. He went 2 for 3 with two singles in the 7-0 loss. Bourjos has gone 12 for 28 (.428) with one homer, three RBI and four runs scored in his last eight games.
Analysis: Bourjos showed Fantasy owners a glimpse of what he is expected to be during his call-up in 2010, and now all of his talents are being put on display. He is batting .301 with a .507 slugging percentage in 22 games this season, with two stolen bases and eight runs scored. He already has five doubles and two triples, and should post many more with his blazing speed. While power will likely not be his forte, he is a solid Fantasy OF in the making that owners in mixed leagues should be taking notice of. Continue to roll with Bourjos in deeper Fantasy formats, but don't be afraid to pick him up in mixed leagues.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos was the star of the show in Tuesday's 15-4 win at Texas, collecting four hits (including a homer and a double), driving in three runs and scoring three more. Bourjos also went 2 for 4 on Monday night in the series opener against the Rangers.
Analysis: Bourjos has raised his batting average from .224 to .293 in just two games thanks to his hot hitting in Texas. He can be a drag in the strikeout category and is still learning the ropes as an everyday player for the first time in his career. However, he has shown the ability to produce across the line and is a player worth keeping around in AL-only formats.
News:Mark Trumbo and Peter Bourjos homered Tuesday to back Dan Haren's shutout gem in a 2-0 win against the Indians. After giving up a leadoff single to his first batter, Fausto Carmona allowed only one other ball to be hit out of the infield through the fifth inning -- a leadoff homer in the third by Bourjos that landed in the lower seats in the left-field corner. All but one of the Angels' 14 homers this season have come with the bases empty.
Analysis: Bourjos, who now has seven career homers, had two hits Tuesday for his first multi-hit game since the opener on March 31. He does have four RBI in his last four games. Bourjos continues to get a feel for being an everyday major leaguer, but this kid posted some nice offensive numbers in the minors, so the talent is there. He remains a low-end Fantasy option until his breakout run.
News:Peter Bourjos drove in two runs with a triple in the fourth inning and it proved to be the difference in a 3-1 win against Toronto on Sunday. He now has three RBI in his last two games and four RBI for the season.
Analysis: Bourjos opened the year with a multi-hit game, but hasn't produced another one in his last eight appearances. He is still green with experience, so Bourjos continues to adjust to life in the majors. But this kid has some serious offensive talent. He produced in the minors, so we hope it's just a matter of time before he gets on track in the majors. He remains a low-end Fantasy option until his breakout run.
News: Coming off a spring in which he hit .364, Angels OF Peter Bourjos showed no intent to slow down during Thursday's opener against the Royals. Bourjos singled twice and score a run in four at-bats.
Analysis: Although he is hitting ninth for the Angels, Bourjos can put up some numbers. He produced across the board in the minors and did pretty much the same in his 51-game stint with the Angels in 2010. All he didn't do was post a decent batting average and on-base percentage. It might take Bourjos some time to fully reach his potential, but he is still an intriguing Fantasy sleeper to kick off the year.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos will remain in the outfield at the start of the season with Kendry Morales set to start the year on the disabled list. Bourjos went 2 for 3 with two runs scored and an RBI in Tuesday's 14-6 win over the Royals. He's batting .351 this spring and has an on-base percentage of .457. "With Peter in center, and Vernon and Torii on the wings," manager Mike Scioscia told MLB.com. "We have an incredible outfield that can rank right up there with the best I've seen." Bourjos turns 24 on opening day and said he has the desire to excel. "I feel like I'm having good at-bats," he said. "I'm walking, stealing some bases. I've gotten a few good bunts down. As I'm getting more comfortable, I'm getting to know the pitchers better." He's also working on bunting, which will add to his arsenal of weapons. "It's absolutely huge for him," Scioscia said, in reference to Bourjos developing his bunting skills. "When he brings in the third baseman and chops it by him, that's a double. It's also a way to contain strikeouts, move a runner, get on base. It can help him -- and the offense -- in so many ways."
Analysis: Bourjos has just two months of experience in the majors, but has the speed to have moved Vernon Wells and Torii Hunter to the corner outfield positions. "He's a freak of nature," Hunter said of Boujos. "He does things normal guys just can't do. Me and Vernon are here to help him become as good as he can be. The sky's the limit." Scioscia said Bourjos has the speed to be the No. 1 or No. 2 hitter in the lineup, but he's not ready for that yet. Bourjos has stolen 50, 32 and 37 bases the past three seasons, despite missing chunks of time with injuries resulting from hustle plays. He has a ton of potential and should be considered a late-round option on Draft Day.
News: MLB.com reports if Angels 1B Kendry Morales (leg) has to start the year at DH, then Bobby Abreu would move to left field and Vernon Wells would shift to center, making Peter Bourjos the odd man out. Morales has yet to appear in a spring game and the team said he would have to play in some competitive game by March 20 in order to have enough time to be ready for the start of the season.
Analysis: Bourjos has done well at the plate this spring and the Angels absolutely love his defensive skills in center. They made that clear by moving multi-Gold-Glove-winner Torii Hunter to right field to clear an everyday role for Bourjos. Los Angeles would probably hate to take him out of the everyday lineup, but it's something it is going to have to weigh if Morales isn't available to play first base every day. Continue to draft Bourjos as a late-round Fantasy option because he is still going to play every day this year, even if the first few weeks he has to spend a few games on the bench. This is purely speculation right now. If Morales is good to go by the opener or on the DL, then Bourjos will play every day with no worries.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos was back in the lineup on Tuesday against the Padres after missing a few spring games with a groin injury. Bourjos had a single in two at-bats and scored one run before being lifted from the game. He is hitting .333 (9 for 27) with eight runs, two doubles, five RBI and two stolen bases in 12 games.
Analysis: Bourjos has batted at the bottom of the lineup a lot this spring, which is where he'll likely hit at the beginning of the regular season. However, he can still be overly productive low in the lineup, as he is showing this spring. Bourjos produced across the board in the minors and could be a good Fantasy option down the road. But on Draft Day this year, Bourjos is nothing more than a late-round Fantasy option in mixed leagues.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos was a late scratch for Saturday's game against the Indians due to tightness in his groin. Bourjos, who is expected to be the No. 9 hitter for the Angels this season, has gone 8 for 28 (.320) with five RBI and two stolen bases in 11 games this spring. "It's something he's played with for a while, for a couple of years," skipper Mike Scioscia told the Los Angeles Times. "So we anticipate he's OK."
Analysis: This injury is not considered anything major and Bourjos should be back in the lineup in the near future. He batted .314 last year at Triple-A Salt Lake and was a .293 career hitter in the minors so Fantasy owners shouldn't let his slump last season effect their view of the 23-year-old. He has blazing speed and has supplanted two Gold Glovers (Torii Hunter and Vernon Wells) off of center field. Continue to monitor his progress throughout the spring to see how he finishes up. Bourjos has some solid upside and should be considered a sleeper in most mixed leagues on Draft Day.
News: After hitting just .204 in 51 games in the majors last season, Angels OF Peter Bourjos has picked up his hitting this spring. He went 0 for 3 with an RBI and two strikeouts on Friday against the Diamondbacks, and has gone 8 for 28 (.320) with five RBI and two stolen bases in 11 games. He also has a .419 on-base percentage and a .819 OPS. "You need to be productive at the bottom end of your lineup," manager Mike Scioscia told MLB.com. "Does he need to hit .300? No. He's bunting well, running the bases. As long as we see him contributing on the offensive end, it gives us a longer look at this lineup that we really like." Bourjos is expected to be the No. 9 hitter for the Angels this season.
Analysis: Bourjos batted .314 last year at Triple-A Salt Lake and was a .293 career hitter in the minors so Fantasy owners shouldn't let his slump last season effect their view of the 23-year-old. He has blazing speed and has sub-planted two Gold Glovers (Torii Hunter and Vernon Wells) off of center field. Continue to monitor his progress throughout the spring to see how he finishes up. Bourjos has some solid upside and should be considered a sleeper in most mixed leagues on Draft Day.
News: The Los Angeles Times reports Angels OF Peter Bourjos thought he "was going back to [Triple-A] Salt Lake" after hearing the news of Vernon Wells being acquired in a trade from Toronto. Bourjos then let out a sigh of relief when the team said Wells will play in left field. Still, Bourjos can't rest on his laurels. As good as he is defensively in center field, Bourjos needs to improve on his .204 average in 51 games on the MLB level last season and the .207 average he posted in the Dominican winter league. "I need to just relax in the batter's box and trust myself," Bourjos said. "I watched every at-bat from last year, and it looked like I was anxious, I just couldn't lay back. I was out in front of a lot of pitches and rolled over on them. Playing in bigger stadiums in front of 40,000 fans, you're a little more anxious, your adrenaline is going a little more. If I can control that, it's going to help me a lot."
Analysis: It's not like Bourjos is a bad hitter. He belted six homers, six doubles and four triples in limited play last season with the Angels. He also filled the stat sheet in the minors and was a career .293 hitter over five seasons. If Bourjos' numbers from the minors translate to the major-league level, then this kid could be a solid producer down the road. As of now, he is a late-round Fantasy sleeper in deeper formats.
News:The Sports Xchange reports OF Peter Bourjos is going to find himself playing center field between two players who won a combined 12 Gold Gloves at the position. Angels manager Mike Scioscia said he could see a lineup where three-time winner Vernon Wells (acquired in a trade with the Blue Jays) moves to left field with Bourjos in center and nine-time Gold Glove winner Torii Hunter in right. "I can't imagine a better defensive outfield other than maybe when the Cardinals had (Willie) McGee and (Vince) Coleman out there," Scioscia said.
Analysis: It's not set in stone that Angels are going to stick Wells in left field, but that seems to be the best move since Wells is getting up there in age and Bourjos is a promising young player. Los Angeles brought Bourjos up last season to play center, and outside of struggling at the plate, he did well in the field. The Angels need to give Bourjos playing time since he can be a force at the plate and on the base paths. He was a very good hitter in the minors (although he had limited home-run power), so don't get discouraged by his .204 average late last season. Bourjos heads into 2011 as more of an AL-only Fantasy option and late-round sleeper in deeper mixed leagues, particularly Rotisserie formats.
News: According to The Sports Xchange, Angels OF Peter Bourjos' defense in center field immediately made an impact on the team when he was promoted to the majors last August. However, Bourjos' offense limited him and he hit just .204 in 51 games, and he isn't doing much better in the Dominican Winter League. Bourjos batted .207 (17 for 82) with 17 strikeouts in his first 24 games.
Analysis: With Torii Hunter getting most of the playing time in center field, Bourjos will likely play in a reserve role in the Angels outfield. He does have good speed and legged out four triples in his 181 at-bats last season. Despite missing out on Carl Crawford and Jayson Werth, Los Angeles could still make a run at a remaining free-agent outfielder which would limit Bourjos' playing time more. Bourjos likely isn't worth drafting in most Fantasy leagues and should be left for AL-only formats in 2011.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos went deep for the third time in September and the fifth time this season Thursday at Texas, going 3 for 4 with two runs scored and a stolen base -- his 10th. The three-hit game was the first of his career.
Analysis: All of Bourjos' five home runs have come in his last 121 at-bats, so perhaps his 13 homers in 414 at-bats at Triple-A Salt Lake weren't the product of him playing in a hitter's league. He'll have to improve his consistency before he's worth drafting in most leagues, but he's something of a poor man's Jacoby Ellsbury and is worth drafting in deeper Rotisserie leagues next year.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos, who has gone 1 for 12 over his last four games after going 10 for 31 (.323) with two homers over his previous 10, got a day off Sunday at Oakland. Reggie Willits replaced him in the lineup.
Analysis: Bourjos, who just came up to the majors in early August, is an asset to the Angels because of his defense, if nothing else. He did hit .314 with 13 homers and 27 stolen bases in 414 at-bats for Triple-A Salt Lake, but he was playing in a hitter's league. He'll need more time to develop at the major-league level before he can match those numbers. Leave him for AL-only leagues.
News: Angels rookie OF Peter Bourjos, who got off to a 5-for-41 (.122) start, is batting .289 (11 for 38) in 12 games since then, though he did go 0 for 3 at Seattle on Tuesday. He even connected for his second home run Monday -- a shot to straightaway center. "When I'm hitting the ball in the middle of the field, that's when I'm feeling good," he told MLB.com. "I'm staying through the ball, not pulling off. It's a good sign."
Analysis: Bourjos hit .314 with 13 homers and 27 stolen bases in 414 at-bats for Triple-A Salt Lake, though he was playing in a hitter's league. He'll most likely struggle to hit even a dozen homers at the major-league level, making him little more than a base-stealing threat at this stage of his career. Until he becomes a more consistent hitter, you can leave him for AL-only leagues.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos made up for his defensive miscue from Friday as the rookie hit his first major-league homer on Saturday against the Twins. The line drive barely cleared the wall in left field and Bourjos said he didn't know it was a home run until he got to third base. Bourjos added a triple later in the game giving him four RBI on the day. He finished 2 for 5, raising his average to .170 on the year.
Analysis: The Halos called up Bourjos at the beginning of August to inject some speed into the lineup, but he has just two steals in his 15 games in the majors. "You've got to hit, you've got to produce up here," Bourjos said . "If you can just run, you're not getting hits, you're not getting on base, you're not going to stay. You've got to produce on both sides." While Saturday's performance was encouraging, it isn't worth picking him up off the waiver wire yet. He is an AL-only Fantasy option at this time, as he adjusts to the big leagues.
News: Angels rookie OF Peter Bourjos, who started eight straight games after coming up from the minors Aug. 3, finally got a chance to catch his breath Wednesday against the Royals, sitting in favor of Reggie Willits. He's batting .185 (5 for 27) with two stolen bases so far.
Analysis: Bourjos hit .314 with 13 homers and 27 stolen bases for Triple-A Salt Lake, and he entered this season as Baseball America's 97th-ranked prospect. He likely won't become a big power guy, but he should eventually help in batting average and stolen bases. He might need to do some on-the-job learning, though. You can leave him for AL-only leagues for now.
News: Angels CF Peter Bourjos, who forced Torii Hunter to move to right field when he was added to the roster two games ago, picked up his first two major-league hits Wednesday in a loss to Baltimore. He also added his first outfield assist. Bourjos stole his first major-league base as well. In all, he went 2 for 4 with a run scored.
Analysis: Bourjos had a lot of firsts Wednesday and continued to look like a gazelle in the field and on the base paths. He is going to have a lot of firsts of many if he keeps playing this way. He is a must-add in AL-only Rotisserie leagues at this point. He might even be an option at the leadoff spot for the Angels here on out. Consider him a sleeper for deeper Rotisserie formats for his ability to slap his way to a decent average and post some stolen bases.
News: The Angels are shifting nine-time Gold Glove winner Torii Hunter from center field to right field. Hunter was set to start at his new spot Tuesday night in Baltimore. Peter Bourjos was recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake to make his major-league debut and was in center field. Angels manager Mike Scioscia says the move with Hunter isn't just a temporary thing. He says Bourjos can provide a spark and that the shift will help improve the Angels' outfield defense. Hunter has not played right field in the majors since 1999. He says he's fine with the move as long as it helps the team.
Analysis: The 23-year-old Bourjos was hitting .314 with 13 homers, 52 RBIs and 27 stolen bases at Triple-A. He is a must-add in AL-only Rotisserie leagues at this point. He might even be an option at the leadoff spot for the Angels here on out. Consider him a sleeper for deeper Rotisserie formats for his ability to slap his way to a decent average and post some stolen bases.
News: Angels top outfield prospect Peter Bourjos will join the team on Tuesday in Baltimore, according to the Los Angeles Times. Bourjos batted .314 with 13 homers, 13 doubles, 12 triples and 27 stolen bases in 32 attempts for Triple-A Salt Lake this season. Manager Mike Scioscia said Bourjos was one of the players who has "opened a lot of eyes and moved up on the depth chart," adding that any minor league player who was recalled would be to "help us this season, not just in the future."
Analysis: Bourjos set a Pacific Coast League record for hits in a month with 52 in July and could see decent playing time in left field. The Angels haven't been impressed with Juan Rivera this season and moved Bourjos to left field in anticipation of this move. The 23-year-old has tremendous upside and could make an immediate impact in AL-only formats. He also remains a long-term keeper option.
News: Angels minor-league CF Peter Bourjos continues to swing a hot bat for Triple-A Salt Lake. Bourjos picked up three hits, including a homer and a walk, in a win over Fresno on Tuesday. Bourjos is batting .435 with 12 runs scored over his last 10 games.
Analysis: Bourjos is hitting .298 on the season for the Bees with nine homers and 40 RBI with 27 stolen bases. He's been awesome at Triple-A this season but is blocked by Torii Hunter in Anaheim. Bourjos could get a late-season recall but only has long-term keep value at this point.
News: Angels minor-league outfielder Peter Bourjos has heated up for Triple-A Salt Lake. Bourjos hit a triple and added two singles against Tacoma on Tuesday and is batting .487 with 16 runs scored over his last nine games. His average is at .281 on the year.
Analysis: Bourjos entered the season as the Angels' No. 2 rated prospect according to Baseball America. He's struggled a bit this season at Triple-A but could get a second-half callup at some point. Until that time, Bourjos only has Fantasy value in long-term keeper leagues.
News: The Los Angeles Angels optioned C Ryan Budde, outfielder Peter Bourjos and infielder Freddy Sandoval to Triple-A Salt Lake on Saturday.
Analysis: Bourjos is the Angels' No. 2 rated prospect according to Baseball America, so he has Fantasy value in long-term keeper leagues. Budde and Sandoval are merely organizational depth at this point, and can be ignored in all Fantasy formats.
News: Angels top prospect Peter Bourjos stole his seventh base of the spring on Tuesday against the Mariners. He's hitting just .222 in 27 spring at bats and has more stolen bases than base hits.
Analysis: Bourjos might eventually become the Angels' leadoff hitter. He has excellent speed and extra-base power, making him something like another Shane Victorino. He doesn't figure to make an impact this season, but he's worth stashing in long-term keeper leagues.
News: Angels OF Peter Bourjos, one of the top prospects in the organization, stole another base Tuesday against the Padres, giving him three in four games. He has only one hit, though, in nine at-bats.
Analysis: Bourjos might eventually become the Angels' leadoff hitter. He has excellent speed and extra-base power, making him something like another Shane Victorino. He doesn't figure to make an impact this season, but he's worth stashing in long-term keeper leagues.
News: The Los Angeles Angels added outfielder Peter Bourjos to the 40-man roster, protecting him from the Rule-5 draft.
Analysis: Bourjos is a speedy outfielder who could impact deeper AL-only Rotisserie leagues if he gets a call-up in 2010. Ignore him on Draft Day outside of long-term keeper leagues that stash prospects.
News: The Angels signed RHP Henry Bonilla, OF Dee Brown and OF Chad Hermansen to minor league contracts with invitations to spring training. Also, they invited RHP Nick Adenhart, RHP Stephen Marek, RHP Darren O'Day, RHP Kasey Olenberger, RHP Fernando Rodriguez, RHP Rafael Rodriguez, RHP Alex Serrano, RHP Matt Wilhite, C Hank Conger, C Anel De Los Santos, C Tim Duff, 2B Ryan Mount, 2B Adam Pavkovich, SS P.J. Phillips, 3B Freddy Sandoval, SS Hainley Statia, 2B Nate Sutton and OF Peter Bourjos to spring training.
Analysis: Adenhart and Conger are top prospects worth considering in all long-term keeper leagues. All of these other spring invites figure to open in the minor leagues and be nothing more than organizational depth this season, so ignore them on Draft Day.
