Saunders on historic run

June is barely a few days old and Joe Saunders already has nine victories thanks to his outing against the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night. The left-hander is closing in on one of the best opening three months in franchise history. Saunders is now 9-2 and is the first AL starter to nine victories. Here is how he matches up with other strong Angels pitching performances before the All-Star break:

Most wins at the All-Star Break by Angels

Bill Singer (1973) 15-5
Nolan Ryan (1977) 13-8
Mark Langston (1991) 12-3
Chuck Finley (1991) 12-4
Frank Tanana (1978) 12-5
Nolan Ryan (1979) 12-6
Frank Tanana (1977) 12-6
Clyde Wright (1970) 12-6
Nolan Ryan (1974) 12-9