Angels rotation update: Are Jered Weaver and C.J. Wilson likely done?

There are quiet a few questions concerning Angels pitchers and the rotations set for opening day. On Friday, we learned that Jered Weaver is set to see a spine specialist concerning tightness in his neck. But, we had optimism in knowing that he was not completely shut down. Manager Mike Scioscia said he would still play catch. No word has surfaced from Weaver’s visit to the specialist. However, many have speculated if this is a sign of the end of the road for Weaver. Weaver has yet to throw a pitch in spring training faster than 83 mph. While it is of concern, it’s not clear until we know more about the prognosis of his visit to the spine specialist. There was no change in his original diagnosis. Scioscia said earlier today that Weaver will continue to throw as long as his body will let him.

While awaiting the results of Weaver, we learned that C.J. Wilson is likely to be shut down indefinitely. Wilson, was shut down before spring training due to shoulder tendinitis, after throwing in a bullpen session over the weekend. Scioscia has moved Wilson out of the bullpen and into a long toss situation per Alden Gonzalez of MLB.com. With most people discussing Weaver and if he should retire, the same question could be asked for Wilson. Both are in contract years and unable to preform at this point. Assuming the Angels have no interest in resigning either Wilson or Weaver, a serious upgrade must be made to the pitching rotation.

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I would say, it’s likely that Weaver and Wilson maybe on their way to retirement. They both have had outstanding careers, but the injury situation is starting to take its toll. It’s likely, the Angels will use the farm system and see if any crops grow out of the rain-storms that have been the pitching rotation in this spring training.

Although, the situation with Weaver and Wilson look bleak at best, Tyler Skaggs is looking well during his bullpen sessions eyeing a April return. Skaggs is facing hitters for the first time since Tommy John surgery. The thing is, he cannot afford to be rushed back into the rotation. Especially, if Wilson and Weaver are no-go’s, There we’re reports of an innings restriction for Skaggs early in spring training. No word yet, on if that will be upheld considering the lack of ace pitching the Angels have going into opening day.

One thing is for sure, Hector Santiago, Matt Shoemaker, Garrett Richards, Nick Tropeano, and Skaggs are likely to see more time on the mound that once projected. The question remains, if Weaver and Wilson are shut down for most of the season, who is going to take their roster spot? The Angels has looked abysmal on the mound during spring training. If you’re a prospect for the Angels, you have to perform in spring training, while the mound is wide open.