ANGELS SPRING TRAINING REPORT

A repeat magnetic resonance imaging test on Randy Velarde’s right elbow showed a reduction in the inflammation that has sidelined the second baseman three weeks. Velarde took batting practice during the weekend, but was ordered to rest until the team returns to Anaheim Friday. “It’s an encouraging sign, but I still can’t put a timetable on his return,” said Lewis Yocum, the team’s physician. . . . Reserve catcher Angelo Encarnacion was placed on the 15-day disabled list Sunday because of an inflamed right elbow. . . . Third baseman Dave Hollins bruised his right knee when he fouled a ball right into the spot where he had surgery last winter, but the injury is not serious.