Stan Kroenke, the owner of the Los Angeles Rams, just dropped an MLB-record $4 billion to buy the Los Angeles Angels from Arte Moreno, and baseball superstar Mike Trout immediately hit up a football player to get the scoop on his new boss. Trout reached out to an unnamed Rams player, and the word back was “really good things” about Kroenke. Can you believe the Angels are going for that kind of cash? It’s a wild move as baseball is gearing up for playoffs and the NFL season is about to kick off.
“Silent Stan” Just Made a Huge Noise in MLB
So, who is Stan Kroenke, the guy shelling out $4 billion for an MLB team? This dude, often called “Silent Stan” because he doesn’t exactly chat up the press, is a Colorado real estate mogul and, get this, America’s largest private landowner. We’re talking 2.7 million acres, which is more land than Yosemite National Park, or roughly 2 million football fields. Seriously, he owns a massive chunk of this country! Beyond the Rams, he’s got an insane portfolio of sports clubs that Fortune.com calls the “world’s most valuable,” including London’s Arsenal Football Club. When a guy with that kind of resume steps into MLB ownership, you know things are about to get interesting.
Trout’s Take and an NFL Connection
Mike Trout, the face of the Angels, clearly wanted to know what he was getting into. He publicly thanked Arte Moreno for everything, but the vibe is all about moving forward with Kroenke. Trout said, “I reached out to one Ram player… he had some really good things to say.” He’s not dropping any names, which is fair, but you know he’s gotta be feeling good hearing positive feedback. Oh, and no, he won’t be rocking a Rams hat. #RepTheHalo all the way!
That mystery Rams player Trout spoke to? He’s probably pretty busy right now. The NFL season is just around the corner, and the Rams are already packing their bags for Australia. That’s a serious trip to kick off the season! And speaking of Rams, and teams they’ve faced, remember international offensive tackle Max Pircher? The 6-foot-7, 320-pounder, who snagged a Super Bowl ring with the Rams, also spent time with our own Seahawks, not to mention the Lions, Commanders, and Vikings. He just got signed to the Texans’ practice squad. Wild how many connections pop up across the league!
What’s Next for the Angels and the NFL?
With Kroenke stepping in next year, the Angels are looking at a brand new era as the current season barrels towards the playoffs. Trout is clearly ready to meet the new owner and get this new chapter started. As for that unnamed Rams player, he’s got a long flight to Australia and a game next Thursday. The NFL season is truly about to explode, and the Angels’ future just got a massive new investor. What a time to be a sports fan!
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Originally reported by Turf Show Times.
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