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The Los Angeles Angels are entering a fresh chapter with new ownership, as Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) completed a $4 billion purchase of the franchise from Arte Moreno earlier this year. Moreno's 23-year reign was marked by disappointment, but KSE's track record with other teams offers hope for a brighter future.
According to MLB insider Ken Rosenthal, the first order of business for new owner Stan Kroenke should be to reach out to the Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays. Rosenthal suggests that Kroenke, upon approval as owner, should request permission to interview Brewers' Matt Arnold and Rays' Erik Neander for the Angels' top baseball operations position.
Rosenthal acknowledged that neither executive may be available, as both are under contract and their respective teams have been highly successful. However, he argued that attempting to lure away the architect of a World Series participant would send a powerful message to the industry—one even more impactful than signing a top free agent like left-hander Tarik Skubal.
Key Analysis
Building a contender starts with strong leadership, and Rosenthal's suggestion, while ambitious, underscores the need for the Angels to make a bold statement. KSE's other franchises—the Denver Nuggets (2023), Los Angeles Rams (2022), Colorado Avalanche (2022), and Arsenal (2026)—have all won championships, setting a high bar. The Angels face a long rebuild after a 62-win 2026 season, but this aggressive approach could signal their intent to join the ranks of KSE's winners.
Originally reported by yahoo.