An end to the madness?

I think the Angels have reached step 1 towards recovery. Aside from the final game of the Dodger series. They've been getting a fair amount of hits, the problem is they're getting them with nobody on or a guy on 1st. Then when it counts, with RISP, they're regressing into the ultra aggressive style that got them in this slump in the first place. Case and point, about 30 seconds ago, Robb Quinlan had a 3-1 count against Francisco Cordero with 2 on, who was struggling with his control. He proceeded to swing at 2 eye-level fastballs and struck out. They, at this point in the game, have left 9 people on the bags. That is completely unnacceptable. While we're talking about Robb, 5 of those runners were stranded including a base-loaded double-play. 1st base is becoming a liability. Euribiel Durazo has been available, but the Yankees have picked him up.

On a positive note, I've been pleasantly surprised with Mike Napoli. If he continues this pace, he probably becomes the leading candidate for AL Rookie of the year. He's been the most patient hitter in the lineup and has some pop. He isn't bad behind the dish either.

Its now 3-2 in the top of the 9th with one out and one on. Vlad is on deck. So, barring a double play, we just might have a chance.