The Los Angeles Angels found their replacement for Felix Rodriguez at closer in former Rockies? reliever Brian Fuentes, who signed a two-year, $17.5 million contract with the
The 33-year-old Fuentes was a three-time NL All-Star. The lefty was 1-5 with 30 saves in 34 chances and a 2.73 ERA ...
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The Scores Report:
PLAYERS:
Brian Fuentes,
Darren Oliver,
Justin Speier,
Felix Rodriguez
TEAMS: Colorado Rockies, Los Angeles Angels
TEAMS: Colorado Rockies, Los Angeles Angels
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