Injury-plagued Angels open series vs. power-packed Braves

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The Los Angeles Angels will try to piece together another starting lineup when they open a three-game series against the host Atlanta Braves on Monday night.

Los Angeles is without three-time American League MVP Mike Trout (fractured left hamate bone), fellow outfielder Taylor Ward (facial fractures) and infielders Anthony Rendon (bruised left leg), Zach Neto (back) and Bra