L.A. Angels of Anaheim: 7 Most Vital Players to a Playoff Race

The Los Angeles Angels are in the thick of the playoff race despite having a lot of things go wrong this season.

The Scott Kazmir reclamation project was an epic failure and ended in his release after he posted miserable rehab starts in Triple-A.

The acquisition of Vernon Wells—which was criticized by almost everyone at the time of the deal—has proven to be worse than originally anticipated.

Despite the disappointments, the Angels have had a lot of things go right.

Several of the young prospects have stepped in and played well, including Tyler Chatwood, Jordan Walden and Mark Trumbo. More importantly, Jered Weaver and Dan Haren have been one of the best one-two punches in the le...

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