First weeks of 2nd half to be telling for Halos
(MLB.com Los Angeles Angels)

Coming out of the All-Star break, the Angels enter what will likely be a season-defining stretch for the club. As it stands, the Halos are 45-47 and only three games behind the Rays for the second Wild Card spot in the American League. The July 31 non-waiver Trade Deadline is fast approaching, and whether the Angels emerge as buyers or sellers will hinge entirely on their ability to keep themselves in the Wild Card mix over the next two-and-a-half weeks.