Angels lineup vs. Texas Rangers: Jo Adell will not start

Los Angeles Angels right fielder Jo Adell tries to chase down a deep fly ball.

By Maria TorresStaff Writer

Aug. 7, 2020 3:54 PM PT

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Jo Adell was left out of the Angels’ lineup for a second consecutive game on Friday because of soreness in his right quad.

Manager Joe Maddon said Adell was “doing much better” and was available to pinch hit in the series opener against the Texas Rangers. Adell is expected to play in Saturday’s game in Texas.

Angels’ starting lineup for Friday’s game:

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1. David Fletcher — Shortstop

Angels third baseman David Fletcher.

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2. Mike Trout — Center field

Angels center fielder Mike Trout.

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3. Shohei Ohtani — Designated hitter

Angels pitcher and designated hitter Shohei Ohtani.

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4. Anthony Rendon — Third base

Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon.

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5. Tommy La Stella — Second base

Angels second baseman Tommy La Stella.

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6. Albert Pujols — First base

Angels first baseman Albert Pujols.

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7. Jason Castro — Catcher

Angels catcher Jason Castro.

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8. Justin Upton — Left field

Angels left fielder Justin Upton.

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9. Brian Goodwin — Right Field

Angels left fielder Brian Goodwin.

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Patrick Sandoval — Starting pitcher

Angels pitcher Patrick Sandoval.

Maria Torres is a baseball writer covering the Angels for the Los Angeles Times.

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