Angels Injured Pitcher Provides Update, Return Timeline

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The Los Angeles Angels season hasn
The Los Angeles Angels season hasn't even started yet and they are already dealing with some injuries to their pitching staff. Their high-prized free agent signing, Robert Stephenson, has been dealing with a shoulder injury that has sidelined him and now another pitcher will start the year on the injured list. Right-hander Sam Bachman, who had surgery on his shoulder last fall, will begin on the injured list. He, however, is progressing well and is hopeful to return sooner rather than later. Bachman is scheduled to be a starter for the Halos, so the team wants to be cautious in their approach to bringing him back. Right now, there is no timeline for his return. Last season, Bachman threw 17 innings of work for the Angels. He posted an ERA of 3.11, struck out 14 batters and put up a WHIP of 1.65. Bachman said he’s thrown five bullpen sessions, getting up to about 30 pitches. He added his changeup in the last session, and expects to add his slider next time. Bachman said he’s expecting to throw live batting