Russell Branyan Almost Ties It, But Angels Comeback Falls Short, 4-3

Branyan Almost Ties It, But Angels Comeback Falls Short, 4-3

Angels Sign Russell Branyan; Place Kendrick On DL

Angels Vs. A's Starting Lineup: Howie Kendrick (Right Hamstring) Sits For Seventh Straight Game

The Angels have won four of their last six games, and look to win their four-game series against the Oakland Athletics with a win Thursday afternoon in Anaheim. Joel Pineiro starts for the Angels, while Brett Anderson gets the start for Oakland. It is the final game of the homestand for the Angels. Here are today's starting lineups.

Angels Close Out Homestand With Afternoon Affair Against Oakland

The Angels look to capture their four-game home series with the Oakland Athletics on Thursday afternoon, closing out a seven-game homestand. Joel Pineiro gets the start for the Angels, facing Brett Anderson for Oakland.