Angels Place Taylor on IL, Add Wade Jr. from Giants

The Los Angeles Angels placed utility player Chris Taylor on the 10-day injured list after he fractured his left hand when hit by a pitch during Monday’s win over the Oakland Athletics. Taylor, who joined the Angels last month following his release from the Dodgers, had been improving at the plate but is now expected to be sidelined indefinitely. To fill his spot, the Angels activated LaMonte Wade Jr., whom they acquired via trade from the San Francisco Giants. Wade is expected to primarily play the corner outfield positions and brings a .238 career batting average, though he was hitting .167 with the Giants this season. Manager Ron Washington emphasized the need for a left-handed bat and praised Wade’s versatility and character. Taylor's absence deals a blow to the team's defensive flexibility and recent offensive progress.