Billionaire sports owner Stan Kroenke has agreed to acquire Major League Baseball’s Los Angeles Angels from current owner Arte Moreno for a record-breaking $4 billion. The transaction is expected to close in early 2027, subject to customary closing conditions and approval by MLB.
Key Takeaways
Billionaire sports owner Stan Kroenke has agreed to acquire Major League Baseball’s Los Angeles Angels from Arte Moreno for $4 billion. The deal adds another major team to his portfolio, which already includes NFL's Rams and NBA's Nuggets.
- Kroenke agrees to purchase LA Angels for a record-breaking $4 billion
- Transaction expected to close in early 2027 pending MLB approval
- Angels valued at $4 billion including its regional network
- Deal follows years of fan dissatisfaction with team performance under Moreno
- Kroenke expresses enthusiasm about the acquisition and future plans
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▼Source Claims Check
High ConsensusAll 5 publishers report consistent facts across 2 key claims.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purchase Price | Broad Agreement | $4 billion including regional network | |
| Transaction Timeline | Broad Agreement | Expected to close in early 2027 pending MLB approval |
Purchase Price
Broad Agreement$4 billion including regional network
Transaction Timeline
Broad AgreementExpected to close in early 2027 pending MLB approval
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The deal adds another major professional sports team to Kroenke's portfolio, which already includes the NFL’s Los Angeles Rams, NBA’s Denver Nuggets, NHL’s Colorado Avalanche, MLS’ Colorado Rapids, and Arsenal Football Club of England’s Premier League. According to sources cited in Los Angeles Times, the Angels are valued at $4 billion including its regional network.
The announcement comes after years of fan dissatisfaction with the team's performance under Moreno's ownership. The Angels have not made a postseason appearance since 2014 and will extend MLB's longest active playoff drought to a dozen seasons if they miss again this year.
Kroenke expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition, stating that 'The Angels are a storied franchise anchored in a great market.' He looks forward to an exciting future with the team. Moreno praised Kroenke Sports & Entertainment's experience and success as reasons for choosing them as the next owners.
The purchase price of $4 billion represents an enormous return for Moreno, who acquired the franchise for just over $180 million from Walt Disney Company in 2003. Despite the team’s prolonged postseason drought, Kroenke's investment underscores his confidence in the Angels' potential and the overall health of Major League Baseball.
Fox News reports that this acquisition may reduce the likelihood of a long-term MLB lockout, as it highlights the financial strength and earning potential of baseball teams. The deal also suggests significant future investments by Kroenke, including plans for a new multi-billion dollar stadium to revitalize the fan experience and surrounding real estate.
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