The Los Angeles Angels have turned a corner, sweeping the Los Angeles Dodgers in a three-game Freeway Series. Their victories came with scores of 6-2, 11-9, and 6-4, marking the first time in 15 years they accomplished this feat. This series sweep has put the Angels just one game behind the Oakland Athletics for fourth place in the AL West, setting the stage for a crucial four-game series against them starting Monday.

In a notable roster move, the Angels reinstated Sam Bachman from the injured list and optioned him to Triple-A Salt Lake. The 25-year-old right-hander, who had been sidelined due to thoracic outlet syndrome, boasts a career MLB ERA of 3.18 in 11 appearances. As the Angels look to build on their momentum, they are also facing challenges with a -59 run differential and managing their road record of 11-15.