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Albert Pujols hits first homer of Cactus League play in Angels' 4-2 loss

AT THE PLATE: Albert Pujols hit his first Cactus League home run in the fourth inning, a solo drive to left off Norge Ruiz. Pujols did have another homer in a minor league game. He finished the Arizona portion of spring training 11 for 42. Backup catcher Rene Rivera hit his second home run of the spring. Beyond that, the Angels didn't produce much against five Oakland pitchers. Andrelton Simmons had two singles.

ON THE MOUND: With Garrett Richards pitching in a minor league game, John Lamb started and gave up two runs in four innings.