Blogger: Matt Tolich

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Matt Tolich is a twenty-one year old writer covering the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim for So Cal Sports Hub. An avid fan for most of his life, Matt has continued to support the Angels through good and bad, thick and thin, rooting for and covering his favorite team. His greatest memories of the Angels include Game 6 of the 2002 World Series, Vlad Guerrero's performance against the Mariners on 9/20/07 and Darin Erstad's many great catches. Matt currently resides in Apple Valley, California.


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Game 25: Angels 5, A’s 3

The Angels' confidence is back. Shane Loux continued to impress on Tuesday night by pitching 7 solid innings, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Oakland A's 5-3. Loux gave up just 1 run over his 7 innings while walking one batter and striking out 3. Darren Oliver, fresh off a stint on ... 5May2009 | Matt Tolich | 0 comments | Continued
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Game 24: Angels 5, A’s 2

The Angels got a much needed win on Monday night. Joe Saunders pitched an incredible game, Mike Napoli was perfect at the plate, and the Halos' bullpen held the lead en route to a 5-2 win for the Angels over the Oakland A's. "Colonel" Saunders pitched 6.2 solid innings, giving up just 2 ... 4May2009 | Matt Tolich | 0 comments | Continued
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Game 18: Angels 8, Mariners 0

The Los Angeles Angels finally looked liked themselves on Sunday (strange, since they had a weird lineup and a few starters sitting), scoring 8 runs against M's pitching and beating the Mariners 8-0. Jered Weaver continued his breakout year, going 7 shutout innings while striking out 5 and ... 26Apr2009 | Matt Tolich | 0 comments | Continued
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Game 13: Angels 4, Tigers 3

Jered Weaver once again pitched very well and Torii Hunter homered for the 5th time on the year, as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Detroit Tigers 4-3 on Tuesday night. Weaver pitched 7 strong innings, giving up 3 runs on 7 hits, while striking out 6 batters. Reliever Jose Arredondo ... 22Apr2009 | Matt Tolich | 0 comments | Continued
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Game 10: Twins 11, Angels 9

Maybe the Angels really are in trouble. Dustin Moseley left the game in the third inning because of elbow problems and the Angels' bullpen once again blew a mammoth-sized lead as the Halos were beat by the Twins 11-9 on Friday night. Jason Bulger was hit with the loss ... 18Apr2009 | Matt Tolich | 0 comments | Continued
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Game 7: Mariners 3, Angels 2

What should have been an offense-driven battle turned into a surprising pitching duel, and the Seattle Mariners outlasted the Los Angeles Angels 3-2 in 10 innings on Tuesday afternoon. Shane Loux made his first Major League start since 2003, and pitched very well, going 5.1 innings and giving up just 2 earned ... 14Apr2009 | Matt Tolich | 0 comments | Continued
Jered Weaver pitched dominantly against the Red Sox.

Game 4: Angels 6, Red Sox 3

[caption id="attachment_5863" align="alignnone" width="200" caption="Jered Weaver pitched dominantly against the Red Sox."][/caption] In their first game back since the tragic loss of young right-hander Nick Adenhart, the Los Angeles Angels took on their postseason nemesis Boston Red Sox and came out on top by the score on 6-3. ... 11Apr2009 | Matt Tolich | 0 comments | Continued
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Game 2: Athletics 6, Angels 4

Dustin Moseley did his part to build upon what Joe Saunders accomplished in Monday's Opener, but the Angels' offense couldn't come through in a tough loss against the division rival A's. The Angels got to A's rookie pitcher Trevor Cahill early, but after he settled down, the Halos had a tough time getting ... 8Apr2009 | Matt Tolich | 1 comment | Continued
The Angels signed Ervin Santana to a long-term deal on Saturday.

Angels Agree to Multi-Year Deal With Santana

The Angels have signed All-Star pitcher Ervin Santana to a three year contract extension according to Jon Heyman of SI.com, Joey Kaufman writes. 14Feb2009 | Matt Tolich | 2 comments | Continued
Vlad Guerrero could have a big 2009 following successful knee surgery.

2009 Spring Training Preview: Angels

With the start of Spring Training, many expect the Angels to once again win the AL West and contend for a World Series title, Matt Tolich writes. 13Feb2009 | Matt Tolich | 0 comments | Continued
Outfielder Bobby Abreu will don a Halo in 2009.

Angels Agree To Terms With Abreu

The Angels and free agent slugger Bobby Abreu have agreed to terms on a one year contract worth close to $5 million, Matt Tolich writes. 11Feb2009 | Matt Tolich | 0 comments | Continued
Bobby Abreu looks to be hitting for the Angels in 2009.

Angels Close To Signing Abreu

It looks as if the Angels are going to sign free agent outfielder and former Yankee Bobby Abreu to a one year contract, Matt Tolich writes. 11Feb2009 | Matt Tolich | 0 comments | Continued
Manny Ramirez will not be making the jump across the freeway in 2009.

Manaheim? Not In This Lifetime…

Despite constant internet rumors, Angels General Manager Tony Reagins has made it clear that the Halos will not be signing Manny Ramirez, Matt Tolich writes. 6Feb2009 | Matt Tolich | 0 comments | Continued
Brandon Wood could emerge as a very big bat in 2009.

It’s Been a Slow Offseason

[caption id="attachment_3962" align="alignnone" width="200" caption="Brandon Wood could emerge as a very big bat in 2009."][/caption] If you're an Angels fan, there's no need to tell you just how long this offseason has been. After yet another all-to-quick, first round exit from the playoffs, the ... 26Jan2009 | Matt Tolich | 0 comments | Continued
Kendry Morales could make a big splash for the Angels in 2009.

Angels out of Teixeira Derby

While the Angels confirmed that they will no longer pursue Mark Teixeira, there are still reasons for Halo fans to remain optimistic, Matt Tolich writes. 22Dec2008 | Matt Tolich | 0 comments | Continued
The Angels have offered an 8 year deal to Mark Teixeira.

BREAKING NEWS: Angels Have 8 Year Offer Out To Teixeira

Angels' GM Tony Reagins has confirmed that the team has offered free agent Mark Teixeira a contract for eight years, Matt Tolich writes. 13Dec2008 | Matt Tolich | 2 comments | Continued
Could Jake Peavy be pitching in Anaheim next season?

Peavy To The Angels?

After the Cubs pulled out of the Jake Peavy sweapstakes, many are wondering if the Halos will make a move for the Padres' ace, Matt Tolich writes. 12Dec2008 | Matt Tolich | 0 comments | Continued
Outfielder Matt Holliday will not be sporting an Angel jersey next season.

BREAKING NEWS: A’s Set To Acquire Rockies’ Holliday

The Oakland Athletics, not the the Angels, were the ones to acquire outfielder Matt Holliday from the Colorado Rockies, Matt Tolich writes. 10Nov2008 | Matt Tolich | 0 comments | Continued
Francisco Rodriguez will be extremely costly to resign this offseason.

Hot Stove Preview: Angels

After another first-round playoff loss to the hated Boston Red Sox, the Angels could make several changes to improve an aging roster this offseason, Matt Tolich writes. 3Nov2008 | Matt Tolich | 12 comments | Continued
Scot Shields looks on after surrendering the winning Boston run.

Post-Game Report: Angels vs. Red Sox – ALDS Game 4

[caption id="attachment_2753" align="alignnone" width="200" caption="Scot Shields looks on after surrendering the winning Boston run."][/caption]Well... at least the regular season was something to remember. The Angels were once again terrorized by horribly un-clutch hitting and defensive miscues on Monday night, and even with a late-inning ... 6Oct2008 | Matt Tolich | 1 comment | Continued

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