When the Los Angeles Angels traded for Washington Nationals shortstop Brendan Ryan on Tuesday, they got a very gifted defensive shortstop to help lessen the blow of losing MLB’s top defender (based on runs saved) Andrelton Simmons who was lot for at least two months with a torn ligament in his thumb.
What might be even more important for the Angels is Brendan Ryan’s clubhouse presence. He is known for having a great sense of humor and a positive mental attitude. Ryan has a career .234 batting average and .294 on-base percentage. Ryan has played in the majors for 10 seasons with St.