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Garrett Richards | Relief Pitcher

Team: Los Angeles Angels
Age / DOB:  (24) / 5/27/1988
Ht / Wt:  6'3' / 215
Bats / Throws: Right / Right
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The Angels are expected to move Garrett Richards back to the bullpen.
Jerome Williams is expected to take his place in the rotation and should start on Sunday against the Orioles. It's a tough break for Richards, who despite the 5.04 ERA hasn't been terrible in the rotation. He owns a terrific 1.09 WHIP and 23/8 K/BB ratio over his 30 1/3 innings of work on the season and his xFIP sits at 3.56. The talented 24-year-old could receive another shot in the rotation before long. May 3 - 6:57 PM
Source: Pedro Moura on Twitter

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Garrett Richards - R - Angels

Garrett Richards was tagged for seven runs in 5 2/3 innings by the A's in Tuesday's loss.

Richards has a 1.09 WHIP, and he's allowed just three homers in 30 1/3 innings. That's a combination that should result in an ERA in the low-3.00s, maybe even the high-2.00s. Instead, Richards is at 5.04 right now, largely because he's done great with the bases empty and poorly while working from the stretch. We still think he's worth playing in AL-only leagues with Jered Weaver out.
May 1 - 2:12 AM
Garrett Richards - R - Angels

Garrett Richards yielded five runs in seven innings Thursday in a loss to the Mariners.

It was an appealing matchup on paper, so those who streamed him in mixed leagues have to be pretty disappointed. Richards allowed nine hits in the loss, which was more than his first six appearances (including two starts) this season combined. Still, the talented young right-hander owns a quality 3.65 ERA and 19/6 K/BB ratio over 24 2/3 innings of work this season and should continue to be useful in AL-only formats while Jered Weaver (elbow) is sidelined. He'll face the Athletics next Tuesday in Oakland.
Apr 26 - 1:04 AM
Garrett Richards - R - Angels

Garrett Richards hurled seven scoreless innings Saturday as the Angels defeated the Tigers.

Richards was fantastic, fanning eight Detroit batters and allowing only two hits over his seven dominant frames. The right-hander is filling in for the injured Jered Weaver and will face off against the Mariners next.
Apr 20 - 6:06 PM
Garrett Richards - R - Angels

Garrett Richards will replace Jered Weaver (elbow) in the Angels' starting rotation.

It's a tall task to replace Weaver, but Richards has more upside than Jerome Williams. The 24-year-old right-hander posted a 4.69 ERA and 47/34 K/BB ratio in 71 innings over nine starts and 21 relief appearances last season. His strikeout rate hasn't translated to the majors quite yet, but he's worth a look in AL-only formats.
Source: Jim Bowden on Twitter
Apr 9 - 3:06 PM
Garrett Richards - R - Angels

Garrett Richards hurled 6 1/3 innings of one-run ball in Saturday's 5-1 victory over the Brewers.

Richards struck out five and issued just one walk. He has a 1.88 ERA in four outings this spring and should get a look in the Angels' rotation at some point in 2013.
Mar 23 - 7:11 PM
Garrett Richards - R - Angels

Angels recalled RHP Garrett Richards from Triple-A Salt Lake.

Richards will serve as a long reliever for the Halos. He has a 4.33 ERA in 54 major-league innings this season.
Wed, Aug 22, 2012 04:05:00 PM
Garrett Richards - R - Angels

Garrett Richards left his start with Triple-A Salt Lake Monday after three innings due to left knee soreness.

Richards tweaked the knee when running to cover first base. He was feeling better after the game, but tests will be performed before an official diagnosis is provided. "When a pitcher has to come out of game, obviously there's a concern, but we'll wait until we get some more information to see exactly what's going on," Angels manager Mike Scioscia said.
Source: Angels.mlb.com
Tue, Aug 7, 2012 10:39:00 PM
Garrett Richards - R - Angels

Angels optioned RHP Garrett Richards to Triple-A Salt Lake.

Richards allowed five runs on nine hits and a walk over 5 2/3 innings Wednesday against the Rangers. He was sent down in order to add a fresh arm to a taxed bullpen.
Thu, Aug 2, 2012 04:31:00 PM
Garrett Richards - R - Angels

Garrett Richards was less than impressive in Tuesday's loss to the Royals, allowing four runs over five innings while striking out just two.

He allowed five and walked three. The 24-year-old right-hander has a 3.91 ERA in 48 1/3 innings at the major league level this season. His peripherals tell a different story, however. Richards has posted a 32/26 K/BB ratio and 1.55 WHIP while serving up six long balls. Mixed leaguers need not sign up.
Wed, Jul 25, 2012 01:09:00 AM
Garrett Richards - R - Angels

Garrett Richards will start Tuesday against the Royals.

It's no surprise, as Richards dominated in his previous start and offers more upside than the struggling Jerome Williams. With Dan Haren (lower back) set to return from the disabled list Sunday, Williams will be moved to the bullpen. C.J. Wilson will start Monday on regular rest.
Source: Angels.mlb.com
Sat, Jul 21, 2012 04:20:00 PM
Garrett Richards - R - Angels

Garrett Richards was impressive in Tuesday’s victory over the Tigers, allowing just three hits and four walks over seven scoreless innings while striking out two.

While he struggled with his command at times, Richards was able to keep the Detroit hitters off balance and executed critical pitches when he needed to. Given Jerome Williams' recent struggles, perhaps Anaheim would be better served keeping Richards in the rotation when Dan Haren returns from the disabled list at the end of this week.
Tue, Jul 17, 2012 10:29:00 PM
Garrett Richards - R - Angels

Angels recalled RHP Garrett Richards from Triple-A Salt Lake.

Richards is being called up to start Tuesday against the Tigers. The 24-year-old right-hander has a 4.21 ERA and 28/19 K/BB ratio in 36 1/3 innings at the major league level this season. With Dan Haren (back) scheduled to return from the disabled list this weekend, Richards' latest stint in the majors could be a brief one.
Tue, Jul 17, 2012 08:35:00 AM
Garrett Richards - R - Angels

The Angels will recall Garrett Richards to start Tuesday against the Tigers.

Brad Mills was optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake on Friday, so its an expected move. Richards pitched well in a spot start before the All-Star break, and offers more upside than any of the Angels' current options. His rotation spot will likely be in question when Dan Haren (back) returns from the disabled list.
Source: Mike DiGiovanna on Twitter
Sat, Jul 14, 2012 11:58:00 AM
Garrett Richards - R - Angels

Angels manager Mike Scioscia is undecided on whether Garrett Richards or Brad Mills will start Tuesday against the Tigers.

Richards offers more upside, but Mills pitched very well in a spot start just before the All-Star break. Tuesday might be the last time they need them, anyway, as Dan Haren (back) is progressing and should rejoin the rotation soon.
Related: Brad Mills
Source: Los Angeles Times
Fri, Jul 13, 2012 11:31:00 AM

Depth Charts

Batters
PosRoleName
C1Chris Iannetta
2Hank Conger
1B1Albert Pujols
2B1Howie Kendrick
SS1Erick Aybar
2Brendan Harris
3B1Alberto Callaspo
2Chris Nelson
LF1Mike Trout
2J.B. Shuck
CF1Peter Bourjos
RF1Josh Hamilton
DH1Mark Trumbo
Starting Pitcher
PosRoleName
S1Jered Weaver
2C.J. Wilson
3Joe Blanton
4Jason Vargas
5Tommy Hanson
6Jerome Williams
Relief Pitcher
PosRoleName
R1Ernesto Frieri
2Ryan Madson
3Scott Downs
4Sean Burnett
5Kevin Jepsen
6Mark Lowe
7Garrett Richards
8Dane De La Rosa
9Michael Kohn
10Billy Buckner
11Ryan Brasier
12Robert Coello
13Andrew Taylor