Wed 9/14/11 1:34 AM

Jordan Walden recorded his 30th save of the season in Tuesday's win over the A's. This was just about as easy a save situation as a major league closer will see -- a three-run lead heading into the ninth against Oakland. Walden struck out a batter in the perfect frame. In five appearances since admitting to some fatigue in late August, Walden has effortlessly produced five scoreless innings and earned four saves and a win. He's locked into all save chances with the Angels.