Vlad - knee 9/12

[Trebor]

Vlad left early with "knee irritation" friday...any inside word on whether its anything? RW saying DtD, but im locked in a tough semifinals battle and have a move to make if Vlad isnt gonna play Sat or Sun. i wouldnt drop him btw, but drop Wigginton in order to activate Adam Jones for Saturdays doubleheader (that is if Vlad isnt gonna play).

any extra news would be greatly appreciated

[bAsKeTcAsE86]

This is merely speculation on my part, but If I were the Angels, I would let him rest for a few days to make sure he's healthy. The only thing that they are playing for at this point is the number one record, which doesn't even matter anyway, because #1 or #2 (behind the Rays), they will play the Red Sox in the first round (a team can't play a wild card team from the same division).

If I were you, I would go with another player that you know will be playing...

[bAsKeTcAsE86]

Here's CBS Sportsline's take:

Guerrero leaves with a sore knee: Angels OF Vladimir Guerrero left Friday's game against the Mariners after four innings because of soreness in his right knee. Manager Mike Scioscia said he took him out as a precaution and may let him rest for a couple of days. Guerrero went 0-for-2.
(Updated 09/13/2008).
Injury Report
Knee - Questionable for Sept. 13-14 vs. Seattle
(Updated - 9/13/08)
Fantasy Analysis
The short night led to the end of Guerrero's 11-game hitting streak -- one during which he hit .422 (19-for-45). With the Angels having nearly clinched the division already, Guerrero might sit a good bit over the final two weeks, so exercise caution when activating the normally must-start option.
(Updated 09/13/2008).

[Trebor]

any def word whether he'll play tonight?

mlb.com says he "should" return to lineup tonight...other sites are more vague saying "wed or thurs"...

im in a tight championship battle and only other bench option is TheRiot whos game starts at 8:05, have to make a decision before then...any info is much appreciated