Angels Lose Zach Neto, Two Others to Injuries Amid Roster Moves

Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto has been sidelined due to a hand injury sustained during a swing on August 29, causing him to miss several games, including the recent matchup against the Seattle Mariners. Neto's condition remains uncertain, with the team taking a day-by-day approach and considering a possible move to the injured list, while Denzer Guzman has been filling in at shortstop. The injury stems from discomfort in Neto's left hand after being hit by a pitch on August 20, with intermittent pain affecting his playing time and performance. Alongside Neto, the Angels placed catcher Travis d’Arnaud and left-hander Andrew Chafin on the injured list, with other players sidelined for short-term issues, highlighting the team's current injury challenges. Interim manager Ray Montgomery emphasized the cautious approach in managing Neto's recovery, noting the player's cooperation with lineup decisions. The Angels are adjusting their roster accordingly, calling up replacements and managing 40-man and 60-day injured list spots as they contend with multiple absences.