Brendan Ryan strolled into the Angels’ clubhouse early Wednesday afternoon, toting his belongings.
“Hey guys,” he said. “A little vacation.”
Ryan had been optioned to make room for Cliff Pennington on Saturday. But just four days later, on Wednesday, Ryan was recalled. Pennington was sent back to the disabled list with a hamstring injury.
Ryan, clutching his gear, started for his locker. It was pointed out to him that, hey, your locker’s that way.
“Oh!” he said. In his brief absence, the Angels had changed his spot. He was now among the pitchers.