Angels are central-casting their lot with Peter Bourjos

By letting Torii Hunter leave and trading Vernon Wells, the Angels created an everyday job for speedy center fielder Bourjos. He's grateful, and way more relaxed.

Trading Vernon Wells was no small luxury for Angels

Person familiar with the situation says that part of the incentive to send the high-priced outfielder to the Yankees was to help put the Angels under the $178-million luxury tax threshold.

Spring training: Angels 11, Chicago White Sox 5

Chris Iannetta and Alberto Callaspo hit home runs for the Angels.

Angels' Vernon Wells is headed to the Yankees

The outfielder, who has been a disappointment to Angels fans, has agreed to waive his no-trade clause and the team is in talks with New York about details of a deal.

Back-of-the-bullpen relievers take a backward step

Setup man Scott Downs is shelled by Giants. Ernesto Frieri, who'll open season as closer, gives up winning run. And Manager Mike Scioscia is a little concerned.

Spring training: Angels lose, 5-4, to Giants

Peter Bourjos sparks a three-run seventh inning with a triple.

Garrett Richards delivers again for Angels

Right-hander gives up three hits over 6 1/3 innings in Angels' 5-1 victory over Milwaukee, making a serious push to be on a staff that has a 7.26 earned-run average this spring.

Mike Scioscia: Angels pitching struggles a concern

After a 13-9 loss to the Kansas City Royals, the Angels' manager acknowledges that the team's 7.26 ERA this late in spring is something to watch.

Angels pitcher C.J. Wilson roughed up by Royals

The Angels pitcher gives up eight runs, including seven in the third inning. Mike Trout drives in two runs.

Josh Hamilton has first reunion with Rangers, celebrates with home run

The Angels face Texas in spring training, and Hamilton hears a mixture of cheers and boos from fans of the Rangers, who he left in December to sign with the Angels.

Spring training: Texas 10, Angels 9

Howie Kendrick raises his average to .521 with a home run and single while Hank Conger has a two-run homer and two-run triple.

Angels' Tommy Hanson looks strong but ends up in a tight spot

The Angels pull Hanson after his triceps tightens up as he's warming up to pitch in the fourth inning. He says it's not serious, but if it persists it could bump him from the rotation.

Spring training: Angels beat Cleveland, 6-5

Howie Kendrick raises his spring average to .511 with two hits while driving in a run

Albert Pujols battles foot problem but vows to be ready for Angels' opening day

First baseman has plantar fasciitis in left foot but still plays first base Tuesday and says that his right knee is pretty much recovered from surgery.

Hank Conger's throwing woes prompt Angels to go shopping

Young backup catcher has made four errors and has not caught a base stealer in six tries, so the Angels sign veteran catcher Chris Snyder to a minor league deal.