Jul 3
RHP Francisco Rodriguez has allowed just four runs in his past 35 appearances (33 1/3 innings). He needs just one save in the Angels' next 10 games to break John Smoltz's record for the most saves before the All-Star break.
Jul 2
Rhett Bollinger, of MLB.com, reports Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim CL Francisco Rodriguez was nominated for the American League Pitcher of the Month Award for the month of June.
Jul 2
Rodriguez picked up his major league leading 34th save on Wednesday in a 7-4 win over the Athletics.
Recommendation: K-Rod continues to carry fantasy teams by racking up saves on a daily basis. He has allowed only two runs in his past 21 appearances.