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The Los Angeles Angels, who have lost Maicer Izturis to a season-ending thumb injury, are one Erick Aybar injury away from the possibility of beginning a playoff run without an experienced big league shortstop.But despite having a huge division lead, Manager Mike Scioscia has no immediate plans to give reserve Sean Rodriguez more playing time to determine whether the utility man can handle the shortstop spot, whether the team needs to give triple-A shortstop Brandon Wood a look or seek outside help at the position."Our challenge right now is to win games," Scioscia said. "Usually, there comes a time where you get some guys some playing time. Sean got a lot of playing time [at second base] earlier this year. There's no doubt about the way he handles himself on the field, and that will translate to shortstop too."Rodriguez... [read full story]
