Los Angeles Angels: Five things to watch for during Spring Training

1. Who’s the fifth starter on the Angels pitching rotation?

This season, the Los Angeles Angels pitching staff will look different than years past. First of all, Jered Weaver will not be on the Angels roster. The Angels will have a newer, younger roster. This roster will feature Garrett Richards, Tyler Skaggs, Matt Shoemaker, and Ricky Nolasco. However, that fifth and final spot is in question.

Now, the Angels have signed a variety of pitchers. Among them is Jesse Chavez, who originally was signed to be a starting pitcher. However, the Angels have several pitchers that could earn a spot on the roster. J.C. Ramirez, Alex Meyer, Bud Norris, Austin Adams, and Yusmeiro Petit could be in play for a roster spot as well.

This is an excellent problem to have, last season, the Angels could have used Norris and Petit. The Angels should have one of their healthiest pitching staffs in the last five seasons. Within that statement will be the health of Richards. Richards’ health will undoubtedly be under a microscope throughout spring training.

1. Who’s the fifth starter on the Angels pitching rotation?

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