Los Angeles Rams owner Stan Kroenke made a monumental move, officially purchasing MLB’s Los Angeles Angels for a staggering $4 billion. This massive announcement came barely a week before his NFL team, the Rams, kick off their 2026 season against the San Francisco 49ers way over in Australia. Talk about a busy schedule for the guy! While his football squad was busy with big plays like trading for Myles Garrett and figuring out how to bring Aaron Donald back, Kroenke was out there dropping billions on a baseball team.
The New Boss Takes Over a Struggling Franchise
This deal marks the end of Arte Moreno’s 23-year run as the Angels’ owner, a tenure that started back in 2003. Moreno isn’t completely out, though, staying on as a minority owner with an undisclosed share. The Angels definitely had some good times early on under Moreno, snagging six division titles between 2004-05, 2007-09, and again in 2014. But let’s be real, the last decade has been tough. They haven’t posted a winning record since 2015, and right now, they’re sitting on a dismal 53-85 record, which is tied for the absolute worst in the American League. Kroenke, ever the optimist, put out a statement saying, “The Angels are a storied franchise anchored in a great market. We look forward to an exciting future with the Angels organization.” The expectation is that Kroenke, known for his success with other teams like the Rams, will turn things around for the Angels. We’ll see if that $4 billion jumpstarts some wins.
Rams Aim for Super Bowl Glory While Trout Stands Firm
While the Angels are getting a new lease on life, the Rams themselves are heavily expected to make a serious run at the Super Bowl this 2026 season. So, Kroenke’s definitely got his hands full with two major franchises. And speaking of the Angels, their superstar Mike Trout is under contract until after the 2030 season, meaning he’s going to get to know the new owner pretty well. But don’t expect Kroenke’s massive investment to sway Trout’s personal loyalties. MLB.com’s Rhett Bollinger posted on X that Trout is a “diehard Eagles fan” and has no intention of abandoning his Philly allegiance to become a Rams fan. He did say he’d go support the Rams at a home game, but only if they weren’t playing his beloved Eagles. It’s a bold stance, but you gotta respect the loyalty! The Rams, by the way, were “SO CLOSE” to winning the NFC West, getting a first-round bye and home-field advantage throughout the playoffs last season. They were right there.
So, the stage is set for a wild week in the Kroenke empire. The Rams kick off their Super Bowl hunt in Australia against the 49ers in just about seven days. Meanwhile, the Angels are starting a brand new era, hoping Kroenke’s deep pockets and winning philosophy can pull them out of their current cellar-dwelling 53-85 slump. It’s going to be a huge test for Kroenke’s ability to turn around another franchise, and for the Rams to live up to those big Super Bowl expectations.
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Originally reported by Turf Show Times.
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