Angels OF Fowler needs season-ending surgery for torn ACL

DUNEDIN, Fla. (AP) — Los Angeles Angels outfielder Dexter Fowler has a torn ACL in his left knee that requires season-ending surgery. A date for the procedure has not been set. Recovery time is expected to be six to nine months. Fowler was hurt when took an awkward step on second base in Friday night’s game against Toronto. The Angels initially thought Fowler had avoided a serious injury but an MRI exam on Saturday found the tear. Los Angeles manager Joe Maddon said José Rojas and Juan Lagares will play in right field in the near future. It’s possible that Jared Walsh could see some playing time there as well.