Scott Downs injured, Ernesto Frieri to close

Los Angeles Angels – Scott Downs was helped off the field after sustaining an apparent knee injury in the 9th inning on Sunday, and was spotted on crutches after the game.  LaTroy Hawkins also was injured in the game, and with the Angels still reluctant to give the closer job back to Jordan Walden, Ernesto Frieri is likely to close.  Hierarchy change: Scott Downs injured, Ernesto Frieri to Closer, Jason Isringhausen to 2nd in line.

 |Closer |Set-Up |2nd In Line |2013 Closer |UpdatedLAA |Frieri |Walden |Isringhausen|Walden |5/6/12 |Downs(INJ) | |Hawkins(INJ)|