Billionaire sports owner Stan Kroenke has agreed to acquire Major League Baseball’s Los Angeles Angels from current owner Arte Moreno. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027, subject to customary closing conditions and approval by MLB.
Key Takeaways
Billionaire Stan Kroenke has agreed to purchase Major League Baseball's Los Angeles Angels from Arte Moreno. The deal is expected to close in early 2027.
- Stan Kroenke reaches agreement to acquire LA Angels for $2.8 billion
- Transaction subject to MLB approval and expected to close Q1 2027
- Kroenke already owns NFL's Rams, NBA's Nuggets, NHL's Avalanche, MLS' Rapids, and Arsenal FC
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High ConsensusAll 3 publishers report consistent facts across 3 key claims.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transaction Closure Timeline | Broad Agreement | Expected Q1 2027, pending MLB approval. | |
| Kroenke's Current Sports Teams | Broad Agreement | Owns NFL Rams, NBA Nuggets, NHL Avalanche, MLS Rapids, Arsenal FC. | |
| Angels Value | Broad Agreement | $2.8 billion according to Forbes. |
Transaction Closure Timeline
Broad AgreementExpected Q1 2027, pending MLB approval.
Kroenke's Current Sports Teams
Broad AgreementOwns NFL Rams, NBA Nuggets, NHL Avalanche, MLS Rapids, Arsenal FC.
Angels Value
Broad Agreement$2.8 billion according to Forbes.
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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 Forbes, the Angels are valued at $2.8 billion.
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.
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