Jeff

DaVanon

DaVanon is hitting .329, but will have no value with a healthy Erstad around. Still, he’s definitely got a better future with the Angels than Eric Owens.

With DaVanon hitting .433 in his last 67 at-bats, the Angels would be foolish not to find time for him. But Brad Fullmer and Shawn Wooten don’t deserve to lose their DH jobs.

DaVanon has played well in limited duty this season, and will continue to be the Angles’ part-time left fielder upon his return to action.

Barring a setback, DaVanon could play games at Class AAA Salt Lake City through the weekend, and join the Angels on Monday, the first day he is eligible to be activated off the disabled list.

DaVanon suffered a twisted foot while playing for Salt Lake and as a result his return will be pushed back a couple of days at the minimum. He still should be able to return for the Angels later this week, so get ready to activate DaVanon if you own him in fantasy pools.

Please. DaVanon has hit safely in all nine games since being moved into the leadoff spot. In June he hit .349 with eight home runs and 15 RBI. Not only should DaVanon be in the lineup regularly with Brad Fullmer lost for the year, he should be the everyday leadoff hitter until he shows he can’t handle it.

It probably wasn’t suspension worthy. DaVanon went 0-for-4 before being tossed.

DaVanon, who was hurt stealing second base, is day-to-day. Eric Byrnes pinch-ran for him and took over in center field.

DaVanon will be re-evaluated on Sunday.

DaVanon was supposed to be ready to play on Wednesday after hurting his ankle Saturday, but the Diamondbacks decided he was at least a few more days away. This could mean that Carlos Quentin will get a start or two in center field.