LA Angels’ Scott Kazmir: Make or break time in rehab

Beleaguered Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Scott Kazmir has now been on the disabled list for well over a month, and while his return is not eminent, he has made some strides in his rehabilitation efforts. Kazmir gave up just one hit over 6 2/3 innings in his last start in extended spring training camp in Arizona, and is now on his way to Triple-A Salt Lake, where he will make a rehab start on Tuesday. On Saturday, LA Times writer Mike DiGiovanna reported that Kazmir could possibly come back to the Angels as a long reliever rather than as a starter. “No doubt, we need starting pitching depth, and we’re looking at him as a starter,” Angels manager Mike Scioscia said. “But I wouldn’t rule out anything.” With fifth starter Tyler Chatwood producing results, that possibility is clearly in play. However, DiGiovanna noted that Kazmir was only throwing his fastball at 88 MPH, so the progress has been slow at best. Kazmir stands to make $12 million ...