Mike Scioscia

Manager for Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim

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Angels | Scioscia defends squeeze call
Wed, 8 Oct 2008 18:57:06 -0700

Bill Plunkett, of The Orange County Register, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia said he stands by his decision to put on the squeeze play in the top of the ninth inning in Game 4 of the ALDS. "I think it's a play we execute very well. I think if Boston was that in tune with it, they would have pitched out. … I thought we had all the elements there to have a play made. And I'll tell you what — if it happened again, we'd do it again and Erick's getting that bunt down. I guarantee it."

Angels | Guerrero to DH in ALDS Game 1, maybe whole series
Tue, 30 Sep 2008 20:00:17 -0700

MLB.com's Lyle Spencer reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Vladimir Guerrero (knee) will be used as the designated hitter for Game 1 of the ALDS Wednesday night, Oct. 1, on account of his sore right knee. There is a good chance he will continue to serve as the team's DH throughout the best-of-five series. Manager Mike Scioscia said the team wanted to let Guerrero "get comfortable and swing the bat" and not worry about running in the outfield.

Angels | Team could use three-man rotation in ALDS
Thu, 18 Sep 2008 20:06:43 -0700

The Associated Press' Janie McCauley reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia is taking a hard look at using a three-man starting rotation while carrying 10 pitchers for the best-of-five American League Division Series.

Angels | Scioscia ejected
Mon, 1 Sep 2008 10:10:11 -0700

The Associated Press reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia was ejected Sunday, Aug. 31, for arguing a checked-swing call.

Angels | Scioscia ejected from Wednesday game
Thu, 28 Aug 2008 04:59:25 -0700

The Orange County Register reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia was ejected by umpire Paul Runge from the Wednesday, Aug. 27, contest against the Oakland Athletics.

Angels | Scioscia has no plans to alter rotation
Thu, 7 Aug 2008 00:53:02 -0700

The Orange County Register's Bill Plunkett reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia will not alter his pitching rotation even though the Angels have a day off on Thursday, Aug. 7. It means most of the pitchers in the lineup will be going on six days rest when they next take a turn.

Angels | Scioscia ejected Monday
Tue, 8 Jul 2008 01:54:07 -0700

Matt Hurst, of The Riverside Press-Enterprise, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia was ejected from the Monday, July 7, game against the Texas Rangers. Scioscia was upset that IF Howie Kendrick was not awarded first base after apparently being hit by a pitch.

Angels | Team looking to change hitting approach
Fri, 20 Jun 2008 11:27:11 -0700

Matt Hurst, of The Press-Enterprise, reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim have been looking to change their hitting approach recently. Manager Mike Scioscia said he thinks some of the guys on the team need to work the count and take more pitches, while some of the players are getting into hitting counts and becoming too defensive. The coaching staff is trying to emphasize seeing more pitches and improving their .319 on-base percentage, which is third worst in the American League. The team also averages 3.62 pitches per plate appearance, which is worst in the American League.

Angels | Scioscia receiving praise
Mon, 9 Jun 2008 12:41:11 -0700

Bob Nightengale, of USA Today, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia is receiving praise for his managerial achievements. Scioscia is the most successful manager in team history and ranks third in tenure among managers. "I love the guy," Atlanta Braves manager Bobby Cox said. "I love the way he played the game, and I love the way he manages. He's got a great reputation in baseball circles. He'll be around forever."

Angels | Escobar playing long toss
Thu, 15 May 2008 10:43:25 -0700

Angels.MLB.com's Mike Scarr reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim SP Kelvim Escobar (shoulder) is playing long toss without pain. "Escobar is throwing at 90 feet and throwing at a much higher pace," manager Mike Scioscia said. "He's feeling good, and we're more confident that he's past where he was in March when he was throwing and felt something. He has a lot of hurdles, but we're excited with his current progress."

White Sox | Angels have ceremony for Cabrera
Tue, 13 May 2008 09:23:37 -0700

The Associated Press reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia presented Chicago White Sox SS Orlando Cabrera with the Gold Glove Award he earned last season with the Angels in a brief ceremony Monday, May 12.

Angels | Hunter in at DH
Fri, 2 May 2008 10:36:21 -0700

The Los Angeles Times' Mike DiGiovanna reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Torii Hunter was the designated hitter Thursday, May 1, but it wasn't because of his left big toe, which he jammed in mid-April. "I don't think I want to get used to being a DH, period," Hunter said. "But I understand what (manager Mike Scioscia) is trying to do - he wants to give my body a rest, he wants to keep everyone fresh. I'm OK with that."

Angels | Escobar update
Fri, 2 May 2008 10:36:04 -0700

The Los Angeles Times' Mike DiGiovanna reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim SP Kelvim Escobar (shoulder) is in the second week of his throwing program and is approaching throwing from 90 feet. "He feels great - that's the word I just got from (athletic trainer Ned Bergert,)" manager Mike Scioscia said. "Not that he's throwing his split-fingered fastball and slider at full bore, but he feels much different than he did when he started to throw [in mid-March]."

Angels | Kendrick returning soon
Mon, 28 Apr 2008 09:23:38 -0700

The Press-Enterprise's Matt Hurst reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim 2B Howie Kendrick (hamstring) tested his left hamstring at full speed Sunday, April 27, but manager Mike Scioscia said Kendrick was a little fatigued. If he's not activated Tuesday, April 29, he should be activated soon after.

Angels | Weaver knocked around early
Thu, 17 Apr 2008 09:23:30 -0700

The Associated Press reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim SP Jered Weaver fell to 1-3 after allowing 10 hits (five in the first inning) and two earned runs in six innings to the Kansas City Royals Wednesday, April 16. "Jered was all over the place," Los Angeles manager Mike Scioscia said. "But he settled down and kept us in the game."

Angels | Willits, Rivera to get at-bats
Fri, 11 Apr 2008 08:47:09 -0700

Angels.MLB.com's John Klima reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia wants to get OFs Reggie Willits and Juan Rivera at-bats in the coming road trip.

Angels | K-Rod: I think I need to go on DL
Tue, 8 Apr 2008 08:40:17 -0700

Angels.MLB.com's John Klima reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim CL Francisco Rodriguez (ankles) said he thinks he needs to go on the disabled list with his sore ankles. "You could see with every pitch that he was laboring a little bit more," manager Mike Scioscia said. "We might have to sit him for three or four days before we make a decision."

Angels | Scioscia not concerned about Lackey's elbow
Sat, 1 Mar 2008 11:45:06 -0800

Lyle Spencer, of Angels.MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia is not concerned with the progress of SP John Lackey (elbow) recuperating from elbow injury. "It's common with any pitcher [in the spring]," Scioscia said. "The bottom line is getting them to feel good, stretched out and ready to pitch as soon as possible. Some guys just take a little longer than others to get there."

Angels | Scioscia one win away from 700
Thu, 20 Sep 2007 00:41:24 -0700

The Associated Press reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia picked up the 699th win of his major-league career Sept. 19 against the Tampa Bay Devil Rays.

Angels | Scioscia to miss weekend games
Fri, 25 May 2007 00:17:35 -0700

According to The Los Angeles Daily News, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia will manage his last game of the road trip May 25 and then board a flight to return home for the high school graduation of his son Matt from Crespi High in Encino. Bench coach Ron Roenicke will take over for the May 26 and 27 games.

Angels | Anderson could be back within a week
Tue, 22 May 2007 08:56:35 -0700

Jayson Addcox, of Angels.MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Garret Anderson (hip) is progressing, and he could return to the lineup as a designated hitter within a week. "He ran in the outfield, and he's feeling much better," said manager Mike Scioscia. "I don't think Garret is going to settle into a full DH role, but it is something were considering."

Angels | Scioscia set to miss weekend games
Tue, 22 May 2007 08:50:49 -0700

Mike DiGiovanna, of the Los Angeles Times, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia (personal) will miss the team's games this coming weekend to be at his son's graduation. It was originally thought Scioscia would miss just Saturday, May 26, however, he will not be able to catch a flight in time to make it back Sunday, May 27. These will be the non-suspension-related games Scioscia has missed in his six-plus seasons with the team. Bench coach Ron Roenicke will run the team with Scioscia gone.

Angels | Scioscia has yet to hear from Percival about comeback
Fri, 18 May 2007 11:44:17 -0700

Lyle Spencer, of LosAngeles.Angels.MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia has yet to hear from retired RP Troy Percival regarding his possible comeback. "I haven't talked to Percy about it," said Scioscia. "I really don't know where he is as far as his game is concerned. Let's see where he is. That's a hypothetical now. I wouldn't put it past Percy to do this. He's a very competitive guy. There are a lot of hurdles he'd have to overcome to be pitching in the big leagues. Certainly it's something he'd have to take one step at a time." According to reports in several newspapers Thursday, May 17, Percival is thinking about a return to the mound.

Angels | Scioscia becomes winningest manager in team history
Sat, 5 May 2007 03:22:36 -0700

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia became the winningest manager in team history, Friday, May 4, against the Chicago White Sox, according to the Associated Press. With his 626th career victory, Scioscia passed Bill Rigney, the club's first-ever manager, on the team's all-time list. Scioscia has managed the Angels in 1,134 games, 168 fewer than Rigney.

Angels | Scioscia ties Rigney
Tue, 1 May 2007 23:03:53 -0700

The Orange County Register's Bill Plunkett reports the victory by Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia posted on May 1 was his 625th as manager. That ties the franchise's first manager, Bill Rigney, for the most in club history.

Angels | Figgins feels 'OK' after throwing Monday
Tue, 17 Apr 2007 08:53:04 -0700

Lyle Spencer, of Angels.MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim 3B Chone Figgins (hand) threw a ball Monday, April 16, and he said it "went OK." Figgins is scheduled to throw again Tuesday, April 17, when the team arrives in Oakland. Manager Mike Scioscia said that Figgins will need at least four to five days to get stretched out, and that he hopes he can start a rehab assignment early next week.

Angels | Moseley named fifth starter
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 08:00:28 -0700

Rick Eymer, of Angels.MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim SP Dustin Moseley was named the club's No. 5 starter by manager Mike Scioscia Wednesday, March 28.

Angels | Team won't rush Weaver back
Thu, 1 Mar 2007 19:57:49 -0800

Updating a continuing story, the LA Times' Mike DiGiovanna reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim don't want SP Jered Weaver (biceps) to try and rush back early due to any perceived pressure to be ready by opening day. "You have to take that out of a player's mentality, because you want a guy to be on a mound when he's ready," said Angels manager Mike Scioscia. "You can't rush it." If Weaver's not ready by opening day, he would likely remain in Arizona for extended spring training and make a rehab start or two in the minors before rejoining the Angels. According to Scioscia, Weaver still has time to open the season with the big-league club as long as he has no setbacks.

Angels | Izturis misses Wednesday game
Thu, 21 Sep 2006 00:53:30 -0700

The Los Angeles Daily News reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim IF Maicer Izturis was held out again on Sept. 20 with a tight hamstring. Manager Mike Scioscia said he wanted Izturis to have two days of rest heading into the weekend series at Oakland. Robb Quinlan played third base while Orlando Cabrera took over the leadoff spot.

Angels | Scioscia wins 600th career game
Sun, 17 Sep 2006 13:30:24 -0700

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia earned his 600th career victory, Friday, Sept. 15, against the Texas Rangers, according to Mike Scarr of Losangeles.Angels.MLB.com.

Angels | Injuries may rob McPherson of chance at third
Mon, 11 Sep 2006 00:31:52 -0700

The Los Angeles Times' Bill Shaikin reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim 3B Dallas McPherson will be recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake on Sept. 11, but the team stopped short of guaranteeing him playing time or starting assignments at third base. "He's had a starting position here twice in the last two years, when we were counting heavily on him, and he was cut short by injuries," Angels manager Mike Scioscia said. "I don't think there's any question he's a major leaguer, but there's still a big question mark about his durability."

Angels | Scioscia suspended three games
Thu, 17 Aug 2006 16:37:38 -0700

ESPNews reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia was suspended three games for the inappropriate actions of his team during the Angels' three-game series with the Texas Rangers.

Angels | Team involved in bench-clearing brawl Wednesday night
Thu, 17 Aug 2006 08:20:40 -0700

ESPN.com reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim were involved in a bench-clearing brawl Wednesday, Aug. 16, against the Texas Rangers. 2B Adam Kennedy got it started when he charged the mound after getting hit by a pitch in the ninth inning. He was ejected along with manager Mike Scioscia, bench coach Ron Roenicke, RP Brendan Donnelly and RP Kevin Gregg, although they left in the previous inning. The Rangers also lost RP Scott Feldman, and manager Buck Showalter was ejected for the second straight game. Angels SP John Lackey also had to be restrained after coming in from the dugout.

Angels | Anderson hopes for Tuesday return
Mon, 14 Aug 2006 23:46:42 -0700

The Associated Press reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Garret Anderson (back) missed his third straight start Aug. 14 due to tightness in his lower back, but Angels manager Mike Scioscia said he hopes to have Anderson back in some capacity on Tuesday, Aug. 15.

Angels | Cabrera to get a game break
Mon, 14 Aug 2006 23:45:37 -0700

According to The Associated Press, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia said he would rest SS Orlando Cabrera one of the next two nights (Aug. 15 or 16) against the Texas Rangers.

Angels | Mono knocks Kotchman out for 2006?
Wed, 9 Aug 2006 00:34:37 -0700

The Los Angeles Times' Mike DiGiovanna is reporting Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim IF Casey Kotchman (illness) may have a season-ending illness. The first baseman remains in Florida recovering from the symptoms of mononucleosis, and manager Mike Scioscia acknowledged there is virtually no chance he will play again in 2006.

Angels | Izturis leaves early
Sun, 6 Aug 2006 21:00:42 -0700

Angels.MLB.com's Greg Wagner reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim IF Maicer Izturis (hamstring) left the team's game Sunday, Aug. 6, with a tight right hamstring in the top of the second inning. IF Robb Quinlan took his place in the lineup. Angels manager Mike Scioscia said Izturis could be available if necessary Monday, Aug. 7, but would likely not be used.

Angels | Team won't abandon first-base experiment for Kendrick
Thu, 3 Aug 2006 00:25:47 -0700

The Los Angeles Times' Mike DiGiovanna reports there are no plans to abandon the experiment of having Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim 2B Howie Kendrick play some games at first base. "Today was a tough game — there's going to be a learning curve," Angels manager Mike Scioscia said. "But if he makes the routine plays, gets to the bag on time to give the infielders a good target, he's going to be fine."

Angels | Figgins criticized by Scioscia
Mon, 5 Jun 2006 23:39:09 -0700

The Los Angeles Times' Mike DiGiovanna reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia criticized IF Chone Figgins for lackluster play during the team's 4-0 loss to the Tampa Bay Devil Rays on Monday, June 5. "The errors, combined with Figgy not busting it for that ball, compounded that situation," Scioscia said. "We talked about it. That's not like Figgy. It's something that needs to be cleaned up, and it's been addressed."

Angels | Kotchman in danger of demotion
Mon, 8 May 2006 23:11:37 -0700

The Los Angeles Times reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim may send 1B Casey Kotchman to Triple-A Salt Lake if his hitting does not improve soon. "What's frustrating with Casey is we'll see a grouping of at-bats where he looks better, and then a grouping of at-bats where he's out of his game," Angels manager Mike Scioscia said. "We saw that today. It's one thing to make the major leagues. The tougher challenge is making a footprint in the big leagues, building a career."

Angels | Scioscia manages 1,000th game
Wed, 3 May 2006 23:07:24 -0700

The Associated Press reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia managed his 1,000th career game Wednesday, May 3, in a loss to the Detroit Tigers. Scioscia holds a 532-468 record.

Angels | Izturis will be out for long stretch, says manager
Tue, 25 Apr 2006 00:11:02 -0700

Updating a previous item, The Los Angeles Times reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim IF Maicer Izturis (hamstring), will likely be out for much longer than the initial 15 days on the disabled list. "It's a significant injury — it's not mild," Angels manager Mike Scioscia said. "He's in a lot of pain."

Angels | Kendrick called up from minors
Tue, 25 Apr 2006 00:08:10 -0700

Updating a previous item, The Los Angeles Times reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, as expected, called up 2B Howie Kendrick from Triple-A Salt Lake City. Kendrick takes the place of IF Maicer Izturis on the active roster. Manager Mike Scioscia said Kendrick, who hit .386 with eight doubles and 13 RBIs in 16 games at Salt Lake City, will be used primarily as a pinch-hitter and designated hitter and he may get an occasional start at second.

Angels | Salmon to make Opening Day roster
Sat, 1 Apr 2006 06:48:52 -0800

The Los Angeles Times' Ben Bolch and Bill Shaikin report Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Tim Salmon appears to have made the Angels' 25-man Opening Day roster. Salmon will serve as a backup outfielder and designated hitter. "Tim has put himself in a position where he's passed tests every day," Angels MAN Mike Scioscia said, "whether it's coming in here after playing the outfield and feeling good to taking a batting practice and getting four or five at-bats and still being able to bounce back the next day."

Angels | Erstad a Possibility in Center Field
Thu, 29 Dec 2005 18:43:01 -0800

Updating a previous item, Joe Haakenson, of the Long Beach Press-Telegram, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim 1B Darin Erstad could be moved to center field if the team elects to play IF Casey Kotchman at first base. Currently, IF/OF Chone Figgins figures to start in center, but the decision will ultimately be made by Angels MAN Mike Scioscia.

Angels | Scioscia Gets Extension
Sat, 5 Nov 2005 13:17:06 -0800

Mike Scarr, of Angels.MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia extended his contract with the team through 2009 and a club option for 2010. Scioscia had two year remaining on his contract but both sides felt it was best to act now.

Angels | Yet More on Colon
Thu, 13 Oct 2005 19:34:02 -0700

Updating a continuing story, Mark Saxon, of The Orange County Register, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim SP Bartolo Colon (shoulder) does not appear to have damage to his rotator cuff or labrum, which is fairly good news. "It's positive in the sense that we're not wheeling him to the hospital for surgery right now," said Angels general manager Bill Stoneman. There is still a slim chance that Colon could be added to the World Series roster (due Oct. 21) if his shoulder responds to treatment. However, Angels manager Mike Scioscia said he wouldn't even consider using Colon if there was a chance of long-term injury.

Angels | Erstad may Move back to Outfield
Tue, 16 Aug 2005 09:29:01 -0700

ESPN.com reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim 1B Darin Erstad may move back to the outfield and IF Casey Kotchman may be the team's starting first baseman. "A lot of it hinges on how Garret (Anderson) is. If Garret can play the outfield, we can still get Kotchman's bat in the lineup at designated hitter," manager Mike Scioscia said.

Angels | Escobar Injury Update
Sun, 31 Jul 2005 12:34:34 -0700

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim SP Kelvim Escobar (elbow) is playing long toss from 90 feet, and will progress to 120 feet soon, according to Mike Scarr of Angels.MLB.com. He could also throw from a mound in the next 10 days or so, according to MAN Mike Scioscia. Escobar is projected to return by early September.

Angels | Cabrera Might Be Ready For Dodgers
Thu, 23 Jun 2005 07:20:23 -0700

The Los Angeles Times' Mike DiGiovanna reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim SS Orlando Cabrera (elbow) played catch and took batting practice before the June 22 game with the Texas Rangers. Angels MAN Mike Scioscia said Cabrera should be ready to play June 24 against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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