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An opinion piece arguing Arte Moreno’s tenure exposed the Angels’ fragility under owner-centric mismanagement, while praising the franchise’s longer arc of growth and homegrown talent that endures beyond any single owner.
In a tight game at PNC Park, the Pirates beat the Angels 1-0 behind a six-scoreless inning effort from Jared Jones (nine strikeouts) and a combined shutout by Dotel and Montgomery. The Pirates scratched out the game's lone run in the second on Jake Mangum’s double that brought home Griffin. Jones maintained control into the sixth, the Pirates threatened again in the eighth, and the bullpen finished off the shutout as Angel hitters were stymied late.
Pirates beat the Angels 1-0 at PNC Park as Jared Jones delivers six scoreless innings with nine strikeouts, backed by a combined Pirates bullpen (Dotel and Montgomery) to complete the shutout; the Pirates' only run came in the second on Griffin scoring from Mangum's double.
Dodgers pitcher Tarik Skubal says Stan Kroenke’s potential Angels ownership would bring deep financial backing and a proven winning mindset, plus behind-the-scenes investments like stadium upgrades, making Anaheim a magnet for free agents; the deal would position Kroenke as baseball’s richest owner and underscores the sport’s lucrative market.
The piece argues Arte Moreno’s tenure with the Angels was defined by five costly moves: backing off a 2022 sale, then failing to maximize Shohei Ohtani’s value in 2023, and signing high-price stars Anthony Rendon, Albert Pujols, and Josh Hamilton, coupled with hiring Joe Maddon and other leadership churn. It also notes payroll cuts, meddling in baseball operations, and off-field scandals, all contributing to a long playoff drought and a perception of dysfunction, culminating in the announcement that Kroenke Sports & Entertainment will acquire the Angels, with closing expected in early 2027.
Orange County Register columnist Andre Mouchard argues that Stan Kroenke’s planned purchase of the Los Angeles Angels would give the new owner significant leverage and could enable changes in the franchise’s location, thanks to Kroenke’s land near Hollywood Park, development savvy, and a history of building sport-centric real estate; Moreno’s ownership has drawn criticism and questions about Anaheim, but Kroenke’s involvement could reshape the team’s future in Orange County.
Angels owner Arte Moreno agreed to sell the team to Rams owner Stan Kroenke for about $4 billion, with MLB approval expected in 2027; Anaheim officials and fans are optimistic, aided by a new state law (Home Run for Anaheim Act) that could allow branding changes back to Anaheim Angels and ease development around Angel Stadium. Mike Trout expressed commitment to winning under new ownership. In the front office, John Mozeliak promoted Matt Swanson and Michael Lord to assistant GM, trimmed scouts, moved Ray Montgomery to a front-office role, and Kurt Suzuki agreed to a one-year managing deal as Mozeliak weighs long-term leadership choices.
Stan Kroenke is buying the Los Angeles Angels for about $4.5 billion and plans to replace Angel Stadium with a new $2.5 billion venue, signaling a large-scale investment to boost both the franchise’s value and on-field success, with MLB approval expected in 2027.
New York rebounded from Monday's setback with a balanced attack: Spencer Jones drove in three and homered, Jazz Chisholm Jr. collected three hits, and Gerrit Cole pitched well as the Yankees beat the Angels 7-3. The win keeps NY 4.5 games behind the Rays with 23 games left and four games ahead of the Red Sox for the top AL wild card.
Stan Kroenke, via Kroenke Sports & Entertainment, adds the Los Angeles Angels to his multi-league sports portfolio with a reported $4 billion purchase, making him MLB’s richest owner and cementing his hold over teams in the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLS and Premier League.
Rams owner Stan Kroenke agreed to acquire the Los Angeles Angels through Kroenke Sports & Entertainment for a $4 billion valuation, a figure that would top MLB’s previous sale record; closing is expected in the first quarter of 2027 pending MLB approval, with Arte Moreno ending his 23-year tenure.
Arte Moreno agreed to sell the Los Angeles Angels to Stan Kroenke for about $4 billion, a deal likely to gain MLB approval and mark a fresh start after years of controversy and waning fan support.
Rams owner Stan Kroenke agreed to buy the Los Angeles Angels from Arte Moreno for a record-breaking $4 billion, the highest price in MLB history, expanding Kroenke’s sports empire to include a baseball franchise; closing is expected in Q1 2027 pending MLB approval and standard closing conditions.
Rams owner Stan Kroenke agreed to buy the Los Angeles Angels through Kroenke Sports & Entertainment, adding MLB to a portfolio that spans six leagues; sale price was not disclosed and the deal awaits MLB approval and regulatory review, with closing expected in early 2027. The purchase ends Arte Moreno’s 23-year tenure, which included an 11-season playoff drought and growing fan calls to sell; Kroenke’s group also owns the Rams, Nuggets, Avalanche, Rapids and Arsenal, building a year-round Southern California sports footprint anchored by SoFi Stadium.
The Angels blew a 3-1 lead in the ninth inning as Wade Meckler robbed Bryson Stott of a potential go-ahead homer, but a bases-loaded walk and a 404-foot go-ahead grand slam by Edmundo Sosa gave Philadelphia a 5-3 win. The loss ties the MLB record for most ninth-inning leads blown (11) going back to 1900, a mark also shared by the 2012 Brewers and 1978 Mets. The Phillies, in the wild-card race, gained ground, while the Angels’ late-game collapse continued their troubling pattern this season.