Kyren Paris First MLB Game

Last Saturday in Washington D.C, Kyren Paris was placed in right field for the first time in his career.

Paris Struggles at Plate

Paris has gone 0 for 15 at the plate and filled in around the diamond since his call up.

Paris and Moore Locked Out

Players on teams 40 man rosters will be locked out once the current collective bargaining agreement expires in December.

“Kyren Paris and Christian Moore Will be Locked Out”

Moore's Performance

Christian Moore was not ready for MLB level competition at the beginning of the season and headed to AAA.

Moore's AAA Numbers

Moore slashed .302/.431/.512 with 11 home runs in 86 games in the Pacific Coast League.

Paris and Moore's Status

Paris and Moore are on the active 40 man roster so they got the call to The Show yet again while higher rated prospects stayed in AAA.

Nelson Rada and Rodriguez

Nelson Rada has been near the top for a couple of years in Angels prospect rankings.

Raudi Rodriguez Performance

Raudi Rodriguez had an incredible year in AA with doubles power galore.

Rada and Rodriguez Not Locked Out

Adding this duo to the 40 man roster now would mean losing them during the lockout.

“Nelson Rada and Raudi Rodriguez Will Not Be Locked Out”

Angels' Strategy

By keeping higher rated prospects in the minor leagues the Angels are ensuring they get a full Spring Training and season in the minors.

League-Wide Trend

The Angels are not alone in this approach as September call ups throughout the league are lower than usual.

Lockout Impact

Until the lockout is resolved several players worthy of an MLB call up will not receive one.

Arizona Fall League

The Arizona Fall League rosters are stacked and fans will watch high quality minor league games until the big boys figure out a new CBA.