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Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols runs to first on an RBI double during the second inning of the team's baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles Thursday, May 3, 2018, in Anaheim, Calif. The double marked his 2,999th career hit. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Albert Pujols gets 2,999th hit, Angels blast Orioles 12-3

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols singles against the Seattle Mariners in the fifth inning of a baseball game Friday, May 4, 2018, in Seattle. The hit was his 3,000th career hit. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)

Albert Pujols becomes 32nd player in 3,000-hit club

By TIM BOOTH - Associated Press

Houston Astros' starting pitcher Justin Verlander (35) throws against the Los Angeles Angels during the first inning of a baseball game Wednesday, April 25, 2018, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Verlander, Astros beat Angels 5-2; Pujols HR for 2,994th hit

Associated Press

Ohtani throws bullpen before batting cleanup for 1st time

By BERNIE WILSON - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels' Andrelton Simmons (2) celebrates with teammates after hitting a home run during the third inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas, Tuesday, April 10, 2018. (AP Photo/Cooper Neill)

Angels have best start since ‘82 after 11-1 win at Texas

By STEPHEN HAWKINS - Associated Press

FILE - In this Feb. 24, 2018, file photo, Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani works against the Milwaukee Brewers during the first inning of a spring training baseball game, in Tempe, Ariz. Ohtani is expected to start the season in the Angels’ specially designed six-man rotation. Los Angeles also plans to use Ohtani as its designated hitter for a couple of days in between his starts, providing ample opportunity for the 23-year-old phenom to adjust to the speed and quirks of the big-league game.(AP Photo/Ben Margot, File)

Shohei Ohtani’s arrival leads Angels into a fascinating year

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Slimmed-down Pujols ready for more action at 1st base

By MIKE TULUMELLO - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols watches his three-run home run against the Texas Rangers during the seventh inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2017. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Pujols passes Sosa on HR list, Angels beat Rangers 10-1

Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols hits a three-run home run during the seventh inning of the team's baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2017, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Pujols’ 608th homer, 5 RBIs power Angels past Phillies, 7-1

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols, left, runs to first with a grand slam, the 600th homer of his career, while Ben Revere jumps in the background during the fourth inning of the team's baseball game against the Minnesota Twins, Saturday, June 3, 2017, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Pujols hits slam for 600th HR, just ninth to do so

By Greg Beacham - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols points after a balk by Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Adalberto Mejia during the first inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Thursday, June 1, 2017. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Albert Pujols hits 600th career homer; 9th to join club

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols, left, celebrates with Eric Young Jr. after the team's 2-1 win against the Atlanta Braves in a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Wednesday, May 31, 2017. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Column: As Pujols approaches 600 HRs, does anyone care?

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols backs out of the way of a close pitch during the fifth inning of the team's baseball game against the Chicago White Sox, Wednesday, May 17, 2017, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Angels’ Pujols out of lineup because of sore hamstring

Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols throws his bat after hitting a three-run home run off Houston Astros starting pitcher Joe Musgrove in the fifth inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, April 18, 2017, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Three-run homer by Pujols helps Angels over Astros, 5-2

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Albert Pujols plays 1st game for Angels since foot surgery

Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 4, 2016, file photo, Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols (5) slides into a tag by Seattle Mariners' Chris Iannetta at home to end the eighth inning of a baseball game in Seattle. Pujols is hard at work to make sure his return from foot surgery stays on schedule. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File)

Albert Pujols is ramping up recovery from surgery for Angels

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout speaks during a news conference at spring baseball practice in Tempe, Ariz., Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Mike Trout stays humble and hungry in new season with Angels

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels' Mike Trout, right, hits a two-RBI double as Houston Astros catcher Jason Castro watches during the third inning of a baseball game, Friday, May 27, 2016, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Mike Trout’s Angels face messy future after dismal season

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

American League's Albert Pujols, of the Los Angeles Angels, walks onto the field during batting practice during All-Star event, Monday, July 13, 2015, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)

W. SCOTT LAMB: Albert Pujols and Champ Pederson hit a home run for people with Down Syndrome

By W. Scott Lamb

Todd Frazier of the Cincinnati Reds participates in the MLB All-Star baseball Home Run Derby, Monday, July 13, 2015, in Cincinnati. (Associated Press)

Todd Frazier wins Home Run Derby, beats Joc Pederson in bonus time

By Joe Kay - Associated Press