A few days ago I wrote an article asking for some much needed pitching help. Well, once again Tony Reagins has come through with a potential star. Now there are some concerns. Scott Kazmir has been injured much of the season, and when healthy he has not performed as he usually does. This is a high risk high reward kind of trade; however, the Angels really didn’t have to give up much so it was well worth it.

The Angels have used a major league record 13 starters this season. Many have come though, such as Matt Palmer, many have not. With Joe Saunders back strong there was really only one spot to filll in the rotation.

So what are we getting. Yes, Scott Kazmir, when healthy, is a solid starting pitcher. A potential ace. The Angels however, are pretty full of solid staring pitching. I don’t have to tell you that our problem is recent years has been losing to the damn Red Sox, and this year, losing to the Texas Rangers. Well, Scott Kazmir have a career 3.59 era against the Red Sox, and a career 2.28 era against the Rangers. In addition, Kazmir started game one of the World Series last year and was outstanding in the playoff.

So we now have a potential ace with proven success in the playoff for a low 12 million next season and three no name minor leaguers. This was a home run for the Angels. Yet another sign that the Angels just might be this years team of destiny.

- Tony C