Thursday, September 4, 2008

Santana, Angels Cruise Past Detroit


The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim continued their tune up for the playoffs, defeating the Detroit Tigers 7-1 in an afternoon delight. Angels' starter Ervin Santana pitched a tremendous 7 innings, earning his 15th win. Leadoff hitter Gary Matthews had an extraordinary day, going 4-5 with 2 runs and center fielder Torii Hunter hit HR number 20.

Detroit's pitching was once again terrible, witnessing left-hander Kenny Rogers pitch only 2 innings and allow 8 hits and 6 earned-runs. His 2008 ERA now sits at 5.49, and signs of his age are definitely starting to show.

The Good: Angels' rightfielder Gary Matthews Jr., with a 4-5 game
The Bad: Kenny Rogers, losing his 13th game on the year

Photo Courtesy: (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)

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