Los Angeles Angels: Five Bold Predictions For 2014
By Jason Gold
Sep 28, 2013; Arlington, TX, USA; Los Angeles Angels center fielder
Mike Trout(27) hits a sacrifice fly scoring against the Texas Rangers during the first inning of a baseball game at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. Mandatory Credit: Jim Cowsert-USA TODAY Sports
The Los Angeles Angels kick off the 2014 season on March 31st against the Seattle Mariners at the Big A. However, before we get to the actual games we need to make some BOLD predictions on how the 2014 Angels season will unfold.
The Angels have one of the most talented lineups in all of baseball, this much we know. Albert Pujols should be healthier, Josh Hamilton should have a bounce back season, and the Angels have the most talented position player in all of baseball in Mike Trout. We also know that the Angels had one of the weakest starting rotations in the American League last season and this offseason did not bring on another quality arm. The team also has bullpen issues and is coming off one of the worst seasons, if not THE worst, under Angels Manager Mike Scioscia going 78-84.
So, what will surprise, enthrall, annoy and infuriate Angels fans this season? We’ve got some predictions.