Young Angels fans who lined the infield for autographs as the team jogged onto the field Sunday, may not know the thrill, heart-racing suspense of the postseason — nor the captivating, religious-like fervor the rally monkey could bring.

Defensive miscues and missed chances cost the Angels in a 7-4 loss, as Washington ties the game in the seventh and ninth innings before pulling away in the 11th.

Both the Los Angeles Angels and the Washington Nationals are looking for a series win with a victory on Sunday.