Manager Mike Scioscia said Friday that Hunter (oblique) is making

Manager Mike Scioscia said Friday that Hunter (oblique) is making good progress and could return next week, the Associated Press reports. [...]

Hunter coming closer to returning

News: The Angels are getting closer to having Vladimir Guerrero and Torii Hunter back in their lineup. Angels manager Mike Scioscia said Friday that both Guerrero and Hunter are making good progress and that it is possible that both could be playing as soon as next week. "Vlad ran the bases today and that was a huge step for him and Torii went through some agility drills and hit," Scioscia said prior to his team's game at Minnesota. "Vlad has made a lot of progress in the last four, five days. He's getting close. He's going to get another workout on Sunday and we'll evaluate him."Hunter could also return to action within the next week for the Angels. He has also been out since July 7 with a strained right oblique. [...]

Hunter was enjoying his finest offensive season, perhaps of

Hunter was enjoying his finest offensive season, perhaps of his entire career, before landing on the DL with a strained abductor muscle in mid-July. The multi-talented center fielder is maing progress and could be back and taking hacks with the team as soon as the first week of August.

Hunter nearing return

Torii Hunter is progressing well from his strained adductor, and is nearing his return to the Angels, according to the Associated Press.

Our View: Skipper Mike Scioscia noted that Hunter may be ready to return to the diamond as early as next week. He has been on the shelf since July 7.

Hunter (oblique) is unlikely to come back this weekend as manager

Hunter (oblique) is unlikely to come back this weekend as manager Mike Scioscia wants to be careful about playing him on the Metrodome's artificial turf, the Associated Press reports. [...]

Hunter still hopes for MIN return

News: From The Sports Xchange: OF Torii Hunter (adductor strain) said he would like to return from the DL possibly as early as next weekend when the Angels play in Minnesota. "That's a little aggressive," Angels manager Mike Scioscia said. Hunter is ahead of Vladimir Guerrero (strained muscle behind his left knee) in his recovery. But both are likely to miss another one to three weeks. [...]

Angels | Hunter amps it up

The Los Angeles Times' Mike DiGiovanna reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Torii Hunter (oblique) increased the intensity of his agility work Monday, July 27, and said there's a chance he could start a rehab assignment next week.

Angels | Guerrero, Hunter have not resumed baseball activities

Updating previous reports, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OFs Vladimir Guerrero (knee) and Torii Hunter (oblique) have not yet resumed baseball activities, according to Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times. There is no timetable for their return.

Hunter to start baseball activities soon

News: The L.A. Times reports that Angels OF Torii Hunter (adductor) hopes to be cleared for baseball activities such as hitting and throwing by the end of the week. [...]

Hunter on the mend

According to the Orange County Register, the soreness has subsided in Torii Hunter's injured abductor muscle and he may be cleared to resume baseball activities this weekend.

Our View: Hunter is set to be examined by doctors when the team returns home this weekend. "It was more of a healing thing these first two weeks," Hunter said. "Then next week will be hopefully getting into more hitting and running, getting ready to get back out there and play." Here's hoping Hunter returns soon and picks up where he left off, as the All Star center fielder had a monster first half.

Torii Hunter (groin) is hoping to begin baseball-related activities

Torii Hunter (groin) is hoping to begin baseball-related activities soon. Hunter told reporters Wednesday that the pain in his abductor muscle has subsided. [...]

Hunter doing treadmill and agility drills

Torii Hunter has begun doing some light treadmill work and agility drills, according to the LA Times. Hunter is still suffering from a strained adductor muscle, but he told the paper that he is "making progress, big time. It's still sore, but it's way better."

Our View: Hunter is expected to be ready to go at the beginning of August, and it sounds like his condition is improving. Fantasy owners need to hope Hunter comes back without any rust, because he was absolutely killing the ball in the first half of this season.

Hunter (oblique) has started doing some light workouts, the

Hunter (oblique) has started doing some light workouts, the LA Times reports. [...]

Angels | Hunter doing treadmill work

Mike DiGiovanna, of the Los Angeles Times, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Torii Hunter (oblique) has been doing light treadmill work and agility drills and said he is making progress. However, he is not expected to return until Aug. 1.

Hunter said that his strained adductor muscle still doesn�t

Hunter said that his strained adductor muscle still doesn�t feel quite right, but that most of the pain is gone. Guerrero�s strained leg muscle has responded well to a week of rest and therapy, and the slugger has been cleared to ride a stationary bike. Neither player is ready to begin baseball activities yet, so don�t expect a return before the end of July.

Hunter comments on injury

Torii Hunter provided an update on his strained adductor muscle, according to the Orange County Register. He said he can still feel it, but noted that it doesn't hurt anymore. He added, "To be honest with you, this is the best I have felt in a month and a half - since I ran into that wall at Dodger Stadium."

Our View: This is encouraging, but Hunter is uncertain when he may return to the Angels. There is belief he will be out until at least late-July. He will not be rushed back to the diamond.

Hunter comments on Angels

Torii Hunter commented on the Angels as he recovers from a strained adductor muscle, according to MLB.com. Hunter said, "We have a lot of heart on this team. You can never count us out of a game. We battle, and most of the time we have come back. Late-inning rallies and comebacks, that is one thing about this club -- we are going to keep battling and keep banging away."

Our View: Hunter is on the shelf until at least late July, and seems hopeful that the Angels can remain atop the AL West standings while he is out. The club currently has a 1.5 game lead over the upstart Rangers.

Hunter comments on Angels

Torii Hunter commented on the Angels as he recovers from a strained adductor muscle, according to MLB.com. Hunter said, "We have a lot of heart on this team. You can never count us out of a game. We battle, and most of the time we have come back. Late-inning rallies and comebacks, that is one thing about this club -- we are going to keep battling and keep banging away."

Our View: Hunter is on the shelf until at least late July, and will be hoping that the Angels can remain atop the AL West standings while he is out. The club currently has a 1.5 game lead over the upstart Rangers.

A strained right adductor muscle will keep Hunter on the DL

A strained right adductor muscle will keep Hunter on the DL until late July, but owners have already received tremendous value from the center fielder, who could challenge his career highs of 31 homers and 23 steals. Gary Matthews will be the main fill-in after hitting .226 with two home runs and 25 RBIs in the first half.

Hunter could miss 3-4 weeks

Skipper Mike Scioscia noted that Torii Hunter could be on the shelf for 3-4 weeks while recovering from a strained adductor muscle, according to the Orange County Register.

Our View: This is a tough blow for the Angels and fantasy owners, as Hunter was leading the club with 17 homers and 65 RBI. He shall remain patiently stashed on rosters.

Angels put Hunter and Guerrero on DL

The Los Angeles Angels placed outfielders Torii Hunter and Vladimir Guerrero on the 15-day disabled list Friday before the start of a three-game series with the New York Yankees.

Angels put Hunter and Guerrero on DL

The Los Angeles Angels placed center fielder Torii Hunter and right fielder Vladimir Guerrero on the 15-day disabled list before the start of a three-game series with the New York Yankees.

Cruz named All-Star replacement

Nelson Cruz has been named as Torii Hunter's replacement for next week's All-Star game.

Our View: Cruz is hitting just .262, but does have 20 home runs and 50 RBI. He has also swiped 13 bags this season.

Angels | Hunter has been hurting for some time

Mike DiGiovanna, of The Los Angeles Times, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Torii Hunter (oblique) said he has not been 100 percent healthy since crashing into the wall May 24.

Cruz added to AL All-Star team

Major League Baseball announced Friday that Rangers outfielder Nelson Cruz has been added to the AL All-Star squad as an injury replacement for the Angels' Torii Hunter.

Rangers | Cruz added to All-Star Game

Mike DiGiovanna, of The Los Angeles Times, reports Texas Rangers OF Nelson Cruz has been added to the American League roster for the 2009 All-Star Game, replacing injured Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Torii Hunter (oblique).

OF Cruz to replace injured Hunter on AL squad

Texas Rangers outfielder Nelson Cruz has been picked for the American League All-Star roster, replacing injured Los Angeles Angels center fielder Torii Hunter.

Wood recalled

The Angels have recalled Brandon Wood from Triple-A Salt Lake after placing both Torii Hunter and Vladimir Guerrero on the disabled list on Friday, according to MLB.com.

Our View: Wood was batting .313 through 70 games at Salt Lake. He is not currently a viable option at third base.

Angels Hurting With Yankees In Town

MLB.com reports the Angels have placed both Torii Hunter and Vladimir Guerrero on the disabled list as the Yankees arrive to start a three-game series.

The Angels have placed OFs Torii Hunter (adductor) and Vladimir

News: The Angels have placed OFs Torii Hunter (adductor) and Vladimir Guerrero (knee) on the 15-day DL. [...]

Angels placed OF Torii Hunter on the 15-day disabled list with

Angels placed OF Torii Hunter on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right groin. Hunter will not participate in the All Star Game, though he is confident he will return when he is eligible July 22. [...]

Hunter was placed on the 15-day disabled list on Friday due

Hunter was placed on the 15-day disabled list on Friday due to a strained abductor on his right side, the Orange County Register reports. [...]

Angels | Hunter to DL

The Seattle Post-Intelligencer reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim placed OF Torii Hunter (oblique) on the disabled list Friday, July 10, with an adductor strain in his right side. He will miss the All-Star Game next week.

Hunter was placed on the 15-day disabled list on Friday due

Hunter was placed on the 15-day disabled list on Friday due to a strained abductor on his right side, the Orange County Register reports. [...]

Angels place Hunter, Guerrero on DL

The Angels' offense took a hit Friday when Vladamir Guerrero and Torii Hunter were placed on the 15-day DL. Hunter will be unable to participate in the All-Star Game.

The problem surfaced when Hunter attempted to beat out a double-play

The problem surfaced when Hunter attempted to beat out a double-play ball in Tuesday night's game vs. the Rangers. Hunter is in the midst of the best season of his career, batting .305 with team-highs in homers (17), RBIs (65) and slugging percentage (.558). Hopefully, the time off will leave the 33-year-old replenished for the second half of the season.

Angels place Vladimir Guerrero and Torii Hunter on 15-day disabled list

The Angels Friday placed outfielders Vladimir Guerrero and Torii Hunter on the 15-day disabled list. At the same time, the club recalled infielder Brandon Wood and catcher Bobby Wilson from triple-A Salt Lake.

Angels Hurting With Team In Town

The Los Angeles Times reports that the Angels' two best outfielders are in less-than-great shape as the Yankees arrive to start a three-game series.

The paper writes, "Torii Hunter ... has a sore groin that could put him on the disabled list. Vlad Guerrero .. is injured again and clearly won't be 100 percent for a while."

But columnist Steve Bisheff says Mike Scioscia is more worried about the team's pitching staff.

Torii Straiins Hiis Groiin

Torii Swelling was almost the title, but with a groin injury… Well, you get the problem.  So Torii Hunter got guillotined in the Sell post last week and now seems to be headed to the DL.  Let them eat cake!  So what to do with the blue state Hunter and his pesky groin?  DL him [...]

Angels | Hunter, Vlad being re-evaluated Friday

Bill Plunkett, of The Orange County Register, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OFs Torii Hunter (groin) and Vladimir Guerrero (knee) will both be re-evaluated Friday, July 10.

The Orange County Register is reporting that Angels outfielder

News: The Orange County Register is reporting that Angels outfielder Torii Hunter has a strain of his abductor muscle in his right groin. Hunter met with Dr. Lewis Yocum Wednesday night to go over the results of his MRI. Hunter said he was told he has a strain of the adductor muscle in his right groin but there was no evidence of a tear. "It's good news there's nothing torn," Hunter said. "But it's still sad news to me. I haven't been on the DL in years and really don’t want to head that way," Hunter said. "We'll decide that on Friday." [...]

Angels | Hunter could be headed to DL

The Orange County Register's Bill Plunkett reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Torii Hunter (groin) has a strained adductor muscle in his right groin, but an MRI didn't reveal a tear. "I haven't been on the DL in years and really don't want to head that way," Hunter said. "We'll decide that on Friday."

MRI shows no tear in Hunter's groin

Updating a previous report, the MRI on Torii Hunter's adductor muscle showed no signs of a tear, according to the OC Register. Hunter is still expected to be placed on the DL before this weekend.

Our View: This is kind of a good news/bad news situation. It is great news that there is no tear, but it is bad news that Hunter is heading to the DL right in the middle of one of his most productive seasons. Keep him stashed on your roster until he returns.

Torii Hunter was told by Dr. Lewis Yocum that he has a strain

Torii Hunter was told by Dr. Lewis Yocum that he has a strain of the right adductor muscle in his right groin, but there is no evidence of a tear. "It’s good news there’s nothing torn," said Hunter. [...]

Hunter (groin) may require a stint on the DL, the Orange County

Hunter (groin) may require a stint on the DL, the Orange County Register reports. [...]

Hunder (groin) may require a stint on the DL, the Orange County

Hunder (groin) may require a stint on the DL, the Orange County Register reports. [...]

As he waited on official word of a muscle strain in the right

As he waited on official word of a muscle strain in the right groin area, Torii Hunter made it clear Wednesday he wasn't comfortable with the idea of having to go on the disabled list, if that's his fate. Hunter, who's hoping an MRI will reveal no structural damage in his groin, would miss at least 11 games and the All-Star Game if he were to land on the DL. "I'm not the guy who goes on the DL, and I don't want to do it now," said Hunter, who was waiting to hear Dr. Lewis Yocum's diagnosis of the MRI. The team's orthopedist, Yocum was in surgery on Wednesday afternoon. Angels manager Mike Scioscia said the club would evaluate Hunter "in a day or two". Stay tuned. Vladimir Guerrero (RF)Jul 08 2009, 11:04 pm ET Bio | News Archive Vladimir Guerrero (knee) was out of the Angels lineup Wednesday while waiting on the results of an MRI exam. Guerrero came up favoring his left knee after attempting to get an angle on an Elvis Andrus single to right field in the top of the eighth inning Tuesday. After tests, it became clear that Guerrero's injury was muscle related and not a problem with the joint. "He is sore today, and we will reevaluate this thing and how it sets up in the next day or two," Angels manager Mike Scioscia said. "We will wait for some direction from Dr. [Lewis] Yocum on what the time frame might be." Check back for updates.

Analysis: Hunter, who's hoping an MRI will reveal no structural damage in his groin, would miss at least 11 games and the All-Star Game if he were to land on the DL. "I'm not the guy who goes on the DL, and I don't want to do it now," said Hunter, who was waiting to hear Dr. Lewis Yocum's diagnosis of the MRI. The team's orthopedist, Yocum was in surgery on Wednesday afternoon. Angels manager Mike Scioscia said the club would evaluate Hunter "in a day or two". Stay tuned.

Hunter declines Home Run Derby invite

Torii Hunter on Wednesday reluctantly declined an invitation to participate in the Home Run Derby during All-Star weekend in St. Louis.

Hunter (abdomen) declined an invitation to the Home Run Derby,

Hunter (abdomen) declined an invitation to the Home Run Derby, the Angels' official site reports. [...]

Hunter (abdomen) declined an invitation to the Home Run Derby,

Hunter (abdomen) declined an invitation to the Home Run Derby, the Angels' official site reports. [...]

Angels | Hunter declines Home Run Derby

Lyle Spencer, of MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Torii Hunter (groin) has declined a chance to participate in the 2009 Home Run Derby. He is dealing with a muscle strain in his groin and might be forced to bow out of the All-Star Game next week.

Hunter not in the lineup

Torii Hunter is not in the lineup for Wednesday's contest due to a strained abductor muscle, according to the Associated Press.

Our View: Hunter is waiting for the results of an MRI to find out if he will be cleared to play on Thursday. He's been dealing with the injury for about a month, but has been playing through it. Keep him on your bench for now, and we'll update his status throughout the week.

All-Star outfielder Torii Hunter will sit out the Los Angeles

News: All-Star outfielder Torii Hunter will sit out the Los Angeles Angels' game against the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night with a strained adductor. Hunter joined Vladimir Guerrero on the list of injured Angels - Guerrero left Tuesday night's 8-5 loss to the Rangers with a strained muscle behind his left knee. Both are waiting for results of MRIs. Hunter said the pain was so intense that he couldn't run at all on Tuesday night when he went 1 for 5. His groin has been bothering him since May 24 when he crashed into the wall making a catch against the Dodgers. "As of now, it's a little sore," Hunter said before Wednesday's game. "I've been playing on it for a month. It's just been going downhill." [...]

Hunter not in the lineup

Torii Hunter is not in the lineup for Wednesday's contest due to a strained abductor muscle, according to the Associated Press.

Our View: Hunter is waiting for the results of an MRI to find out if he will be cleared to play on Thursday. He's been dealing with the injury for about a month, but has been playing through it. Keep him on your bench for now, and we'll update his status for Thursday's game.

Hunter hoping to avoid stint on DL

Torii Hunter is waiting to hear the results of an MRI on a muscle strain in the right groin area that could land him on the disabled list.

Angels | Hunter sitting out Wednesday

The Associated Press reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Torii Hunter (adductor) is sitting out the team’s game Wednesday, July 8, because of a strained adductor. He is waiting for the results of an MRI exam. Hunter said the pain was so intense that he could not run at all Tuesday, July 7. Hunter said, “As of now, it's a little sore. I've been playing on it for a month. It's just been going downhill.”

Torii Hunter sat out Wednesday night's game with a strained

Torii Hunter sat out Wednesday night's game with a strained abductor muscle. Hunter is awaiting MRI results that will help determine whether he's healthy enough to return Thursday. [...]

Hunter will sit out Wednesday night's game against the Rangers

Hunter will sit out Wednesday night's game against the Rangers with a strained abductor, the Associated Press reports. [...]

Angels' Hunter sidelined with strained adductor

All-Star outfielder Torii Hunter will sit out the Los Angeles Angels' game against the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night with a strained adductor.

Hunter went 2-for-4 with two RBI and two runs in the Angels'

Hunter went 2-for-4 with two RBI and two runs in the Angels' victory over the Rangers on Monday. [...]

Torii Hunter went 2-for-4 with a pair of runs and a pair of

Torii Hunter went 2-for-4 with a pair of runs and a pair of RBIs against Texas on Monday.

Analysis: This marks the third straight multi-hit game for Hunter, who is 6-for-13 with six RBIs over his last three. The 33-year-old is on track for the best season of his career after 76 games, and boasts a .307 average, 17 homers, 65 RBIs and 13 stolen bases.

Hunter leads Angels in win

Torii Hunter went 2-for-4 with two RBI and two runs scored in tonight's 9-4 win over the Rangers at Angel Stadium. Both of his knocks were singles.

Our View: Hunter recorded two hits in each of his last three games, and continues to lead the Angels with 65 RBI.

Hunter notches RBI in win

Torii Hunter went 2-for-5 with a pair of doubles and an RBI in Sunday's 9-6 win over the Orioles at Angel Stadium.

Our View: Hunter has six RBI over five games in July, and leads the Angels with 63. He also leads the club with 17 homers.

Angels | Hunter drives in three runs Saturday

Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim OF Torii Hunter went 2-for-4 Saturday, July 4, against the Baltimore Orioles, with three RBIs and a run scored, according to The Associated Press.

Angels OF Torii Hunter went 2 for 4 with three RBI, a run scored

News: Angels OF Torii Hunter went 2 for 4 with three RBI, a run scored and a walk in Saturday's win over the Orioles. [...]

Hunter went 2-for-4 with three RBI in the Angels' victory over

Hunter went 2-for-4 with three RBI in the Angels' victory over the Orioles on Saturday. [...]

Torii Hunter drew a walk, slapped two singles, scored once and

Torii Hunter drew a walk, slapped two singles, scored once and drove in three runners in five trips to the dish on Saturday.

Analysis: Hunter enjoyed his first multiple hit game since Jun 13, a string of 17 affairs. That seems like an absurdly long period of time for such a productive player to go without two or more hits in one night, but it's not as if his offensive dial was turned all the way down. He still managed to hit safely in 13 of 16 ballgames during that span.

Hunter notches RBI in loss

Torii Hunter went 1-for-3 with a single and a RBI in tonight's 9-5 loss at Texas.

Our View: Hunter is riding a five-game hitting streak, and continues to lead the Angels with 17 homers and 57 RBI.