Rams owner Stan Kroenke buys the Angels, ending Arte Moreno’s troubled tenure
Rams owner Stan Kroenke is set to add the Los Angeles Angels to his sports empire, ending Arte Moreno’s 23‑year run.
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- Primary Driver: Rams owner Stan Kroenke is set to add the Los Angeles Angels to his sports empire, ending Arte Moreno’s 23‑year run.
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Stan Kroenke, the principal owner of the Los Angeles Rams, is acquiring a controlling interest in the Los Angeles Angels, thereby concluding Arte Moreno’s 23‑year ownership of the MLB club. Kroenke already controls Premier League side Arsenal and NHL franchise Colorado Avalanche, making the Angels his first Major League Baseball acquisition. Yahoo Sports reported the deal, while the Los Angeles Times and ESPN confirmed that Kroenke will hold a controlling stake. Hollywood Reporter and MLB Trade Rumors echoed the sale, citing an agreement between Kroenke and Moreno.
The New York Times emphasized that the deal ends a two‑decade era for Moreno, and MLB.com said the transaction transfers a controlling stake, not full ownership. Coverage frames Moreno’s tenure as troubled, pointing to on‑field performance and financial pressures that have long shadowed the franchise. The Los Angeles Times described the period as a “troubled tenure,” while KTLA highlighted the 23‑year span of his ownership. At the same time, Kroenke’s purchase is presented as an expansion of an already extensive sports empire that includes the Rams, Arsenal of the English Premier League and the Colorado Avalanche of the NHL.
The breadth of his holdings raises questions about cross‑league coordination, though no further details were provided. Future reporting will need to confirm league approval and the timeline for the transfer of ownership. Observers will watch how the Angels integrate into Kroenke’s portfolio and whether any operational changes are announced by the new owner. As of now, no specifics on staffing, branding or investment plans have been disclosed.
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Commentary: Light the Big A! Stan Kroenke just made Angels fans big winners Los Angeles Times · 46d ago broke it first
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The Sports Report: In a stunner, Rams’ Stan Kroenke buys the Angels Los Angeles Times · 46d ago broke it first
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‘A big day for Anaheim.’ Angels get a fresh start with Stan Kroenke, and much more Los Angeles Times · 46d ago broke it first
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Commentary: Arte Moreno finally sells the Angels. Anaheim's long nightmare is over Los Angeles Times · 46d ago broke it first
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Who is buying the Los Angeles Angels?
Stan Kroenke, the principal owner of the Los Angeles Rams, is acquiring a controlling interest in the Angels.
What does the sale mean for Arte Moreno?
Arte Moreno agreed to sell, ending his 23‑year tenure as owner of the Los Angeles Angels.
Which other sports franchises does Stan Kroenke own?
Kroenke also owns the Los Angeles Rams, Premier League club Arsenal and NHL team Colorado Avalanche.
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