It looks like the Angels are on the verge of a huge improvement in their outfield defense. Not only is Matthews going to take pressure of Vlad Guerrero, Garret Anderson's feet are healthy again:

But the Angels' veteran left fielder also was somewhat offended by media reports framing the Matthews signing as one that would ease the burden on Anderson and right fielder Vladimir Guerrero.

"I've heard that several times this winter, and I don't really know what it means," Anderson said. "I don't think I've been a liability out there, other than the fact I haven't been able to play. I know I took a lot of heat last year because I played hurt. I should have just not played. I wouldn't have taken any heat for that."

An inflamed arch in his left foot hindered Anderson for most of 2006 and contributed to knee and lower-back problems. He was relegated to a career-high 45 games at designated hitter, but in 94 games in the outfield, Anderson didn't commit an error.

Vlad was actually okay on fly balls last year. He basically performed up to expectations. It was Anderson who needed help in the gaps. If Garret's feet are indeed better, we should see good fielding across the board in the Angels' outfield.