"Mets shortstop Jose Reyes, whom the club would prefer to keep through the summer, has told friends he would love to sign with the Angels when he becomes a free agent after the season, a source said Tuesday. While Reyes might look good in manager Mike Scioscia's system, Angels owner Arte Moreno is unlikely to approach Reyes' asking price if Reyes does indeed demand a Carl Crawford-type contract (seven years, $142 million). Also, the Angels like Erick Aybar's dependability and consistent effort, even if his raw tools don't match Reyes'.

While the Angels will consider an upgrade at third base, where this year they've gotten a reasonable batting average and on-base percentage but little in terms of power or run production from Alberto Callaspo, their emphasis at the trading deadline will be the bullpen. They would like to add a power arm or two to go along with Jordan Walden and Scott Downs at the back end but for the moment believe the cost of, say, Heath Bell or Mike Adams is prohibitive. They might be more apt to sort out the second-tier relievers.

The Angels are now five games back of the surging Rangers, who beat Los Angeles 7-0 for their 12th consecutive win Tuesday night."