Hour 1 - A Heavenly Move
Summary
Ben Maller discusses Stan Kroenke’s $4 billion acquisition of the Los Angeles Angels from Arte Moreno, set to close in 2027. He contrasts Kroenke’s successful track record with Moreno’s mismanagement, predicting immediate on-field improvement and potential stadium development. The episode also features listener reactions and Mike Trout’s comments on the ownership change.
Topics discussed
Intro, State Farm ad, and show opening
Stan Kroenke acquires controlling stake in Angels
Kroenke's wealth, real estate strategy, and expectations
Angels' future, stadium plans, and playoff hopes
Critique of Artie Marino's ownership and mistakes
Listener calls, trivia, and sponsor ads
Angels attendance, fan loyalty, and more listener mail
Phone calls: Andre on ownership and Nathan's Vegas story
Baseball trivia game and sponsor ads
Artie Marino tribute, trivia payoff, and KFC ad
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