It’s Not Heavenly in Anaheim These Days

When the Angels gave up Bengie Molina, they gave up the foundation of the pitching staff. I sure wish someone in the organization would wake up to that fact.

No matter how good a prospect a young catcher may be, the years of experience and the ability to handle a pitcher in the midst of a game are simply too precious to be thrown away, as Bill Stoneman did with Bengie.

Other than that, a few hits from time to time and a whole new way of playing defensively and the Angels might get to .500 by the time the season is over.

CAROL MARSHALL

Anaheim

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As the Angels continue their sloppy play and losing ways, I think I’ve discovered what’s wrong with them: They’ve realized that they don’t have the talent to be a contender this year, in spite of their bloated payroll, and have all lost focus.

There’s good news for some of us, though. As the fans prepare for a mediocre season, at best, and stop filling Angel Stadium for most of their games, some good walk-up tickets will start becoming available and many of the season-ticket holders will start selling or giving away their tickets.

FRED FERKETIC

Newport Beach