While the Angels were still in the race for the division, there was more attention and media coverage wanting to track their route to a potential playoff push. I was able to cover the whole Oakland A’s series against the Angels, where they showed their second wind. It was evident, that this past year was a year of upsets, especially for the Red Sox and the eventual World Series winner’s, the St. Louis Cardinals. Oakland Athletics designated hitter Hideki Matsui (55) and Oakland Athletics shortstop Erik Sogard (36) get tangled while going for the fly ball.

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Erick Aybar (2) forces out Oakland Athletics left fielder Josh Willingham (16) during a double play .

Oakland Athletics center fielder Coco Crisp (4) steals second base on Los Angeles Angels shortstop Erick Aybar (2).

Oakland Athletics catcher Kurt Suzuki (8) deflects the ball onto his leg.

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Erick Aybar (2) and Los Angeles Angels second baseman Howie Kendrick (47) miss a ground ball.

Oakland Athletics second baseman Jemile Weeks (19) misses a ground ball.

Los Angeles Angels pitcher Joel Pineiro (35) pitches.

Oakland Athletics pitcher Rich Harden (18) pitches.

Oakland Athletics center fielder Coco Crisp (4) is unable to leap for the ball.

Oakland Athletics shortstop Erik Sogard (36) fields the ball.

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Erick Aybar (2) makes a play on the ball.

Los Angeles Angels left fielder Vernon Wells (10) runs the bases after he hits a home run.

Oakland Athletics short stop Adam Rosales (7) tags out Los Angeles Angels center fielder Peter Bourjos (25).

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