Predicting Los Angeles Angels’ 2017 Starting Rotation

By Tyler Nelson
May 1, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Garrett Richards (left) speaks with catcher Geovany Soto (right) during the game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Park in Arlington. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
May 1, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Garrett Richards (left) speaks with catcher Geovany Soto (right) during the game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Park in Arlington. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports /
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Tyler Skaggs

After coming back from a Tommy John surgery that would have him sit for the entire 2015 season and most of the 2016 season, Tyler Skaggs is ready to have a breakout 2017 season.

So far on his 2016 campaign, Skaggs got off a rough start, which is to be expected. However, he has come on strong as of late and looks to be a solid rotation piece for the Angels in the 2017 season.

Skaggs was originally drafted by the Angels in the 1st round of the 2009 amateur draft. He is still very young and fresh. He has yet to complete a full MLB season which can be a concern going into the 2017 season.

I have Skaggs penciled in as the #3 starter. His main weakness here is he lacks experience. Since he only has 40 starts under his belt, there is a major concern if he can last an entire MLB season. But, I’ll remain optimistic.

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