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The Los Angeles Angels had a thoroughly disappointing 2015, with 85 wins, a third-place finish in the American League West and no playoff spot. Heading into 2016, here are five players who must stay healthy for the Angels to meet any sort of expectations.
5. SP C.J. Wilson
Credit: Scott Halleran Getty Images5. SP C.J. Wilson
Wilson pitched solidly in 2015 (3.89 ERA), but August elbow surgery sidelined him for the season and there's concern over his shoulder already this year. He's due $20 million this season, so the Angels need a healthy return on that investment.
4. 1B Albert Pujols
Credit: Jason Miller Getty Images4. 1B Albert Pujols
Pujols is already slated to start 2016 at less than full strength after November foot surgery, but there are tentative expectations he'll be ready to at least DH on Opening Day. Regardless. the Angels need Pujols in the lineup for 150-plus games.
3. RP Huston Street
Credit: Lisa Blumenfeld Getty Images3. RP Huston Street
Street finished 2015 with 40 saves, but he missed the end of the season with a groin issue and his K/9 rate declined late as his ERA rose. Injuries seem to crop up every year, but the Angels need Street healthy at the back of their bullpen in 2016.
2. RF Kole Calhoun
Credit: Brian Bahr Getty Images2. RF Kole Calhoun
Calhoun hit 26 home runs, drove in 83 and was a Gold Glove right fielder last season. He's also a left-handed hitter who helps balance a right-handed heavy Angels lineup, so Calhoun has to stay healthy this season.
1. CF Mike Trout
Credit: Getty Images1. CF Mike Trout
Just because it's obvious doesn't mean it's not true. Trout is the Angels' most important player, and he has to stay healthy for the team to have any chance to make the playoffs this season.
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