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Wright to make first start for Angels on Saturday
- Updated: September 7, 2016
OAKLAND — Right-hander Daniel Wright will become the 15th pitcher to make a start for the Angels when he takes the mound Saturday night, getting the first shot at replacing Matt Shoemaker in the rotation.
“He’s an arm we want to take a look at,” Angels manager Mike Scioscia said before Wednesday’s game against the Athletics. “He’s started [in the Minors], so he should be stretched out enough. It’s a chance to see what he’s got.”
Wright hasn’t appeared in a Major League game since June 13 when he was with the Reds, who designated him for …