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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.
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 agreed to buy a majority stake in the Los Angeles Angels from Arte Moreno for $4 billion, a record MLB team valuation, with Moreno retaining a small stake; the deal is pending MLB approval and isn’t expected to close until next year, having been reached through face-to-face talks rather than a formal bidding process, and it has energized players and staff with a promise of a fresh start and potential franchise and stadium changes.
Arte Moreno sells the Los Angeles Angels to Stan Kroenke for about $4 billion, closing a 25-year era marked by branding misfires, costly signings, a playoff drought, and a fraught stadium relationship with Anaheim, as the city’s leaders cheer the exit and Kroenke eyes redevelopment around the ballpark and a new chapter for the franchise.
Mike Trout says the Angels’ sale to Stan Kroenke doesn’t change his plan to finish his career with Anaheim; with four years left on his contract he’s optimistic about a fresh start under Kroenke, praising the owner’s winning track record and noting he even checked a Rams scouting report, while reaffirming loyalty to Arte Moreno and remaining hopeful the ownership change will spark a World Series push.
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.
Stan Kroenke's Kroenke Sports & Entertainment agreed to acquire a controlling stake in the Los Angeles Angels from Arte Moreno, with closing expected in Q1 2027. The deal adds the Angels to KSE's portfolio alongside the Rams, Nuggets, Avalanche and Arsenal, marking another high-profile franchise acquisition and signaling ongoing ownership consolidation in North American sports.
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 fired Perry Minasian and named John Mozeliak their interim GM for 2026, with Mozeliak in charge of drafting, the trade deadline, and finding a long‑term GM, while possibly staying on as an advisor. Moreno wasn’t involved in the hire and has signaled a preference for a quicker turnaround, whereas Molly Jolly will oversee baseball operations. A full‑time GM is expected to be hired before Mozeliak’s deal ends (likely by August at the earliest), with candidates such as Randy Flores already floated. The move raises questions about whether Moreno’s ownership style will change as the team pursues a restart under new leadership.
Los Angeles Angels owner Arte Moreno declined to match the 10-year, $700 million deal offered to Shohei Ohtani by the Los Angeles Dodgers. Despite efforts from Ohtani's camp to continue negotiations, Moreno did not change his mind. Ohtani expressed sadness about leaving the Angels but desired to contend for playoff appearances and World Series championships, something the Dodgers offered. The exact details of the Angels' final offer remain unclear, but ultimately Ohtani decided to sign with the Dodgers.