Players to Watch: Diamondbacks vs. Angels
By Kody Acevedo
Jun 11, 2015; St. Petersburg, FL, USA; Los Angeles Angels first baseman Albert Pujols (5) reacts after he hits a two-run home run during the eighth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. Pujols passes Mickey Mantle on the all-time home run list for his 537 career home run. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
After another slow start to the season, Pujols has really taken off in the month of June.
Pujols has hit four home runs in his last seven games, giving him 18 on the year. He is currently tied with teammate Mike Trout and Nelson Cruz of the Seattle Mariners for the most home runs in the American League.
Although Pujols is not a favorite among All-Star voters, he certainly is making a strong case as to why he should be in Cincinnati on July 14.
Over the last month, Pujols has hit .319 with 13 home runs and 22 RBIs.
His 34 RBIs thus far this season is second best on the Angels roster, only behind Mike Trouts’ 37.
Look for his hot streak to continue in this series as well.