ARLINGTON -- The Angels' pitching staff has endured so much attrition this season that they've been forced to turn to a record number of pitchers to fill the seemingly endless holes on their roster.
The latest reinforcement arrived Friday, when newly acquired right-hander Odrisamer Despaigne was recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake to face the Rangers in a 6-4 loss at Globe Life Park.
Despaigne became the 34th pitcher to make an appearance for the Angels this year, setting a franchise record, but his performance was far less memorable, as he yielded five runs over four innings in his first MLB start since March 31.