Mike Trout expresses support for the Angels sale to Stan Kroenke
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 11:54 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Mike Trout voiced his approval of the Angels sale to new owner Stan Kroenke on September 2. The longtime outfielder described the change in ownership as a fresh start for the organization. Trout indicated that he is excited about the potential for the team under Kroenke, citing his track record with other sports franchises. The acquisition marks a significant transition for the club as it looks to shift its competitive trajectory. Trout expressed confidence in the new leadership's ability to improve the team's standing moving forward.
- •Mike Trout described the sale of the Angels as a needed fresh start.
- •Stan Kroenke finalized his purchase of the MLB franchise.
- •Trout cited the success of other teams under Kroenke as a positive sign.
- •The outfielder shared his excitement for the future of the organization.
- 11:54 PMYahoo Sports — Fans react to Stan Kroenke buying the Los Angeles Angels
- 3:01 PMSubstack.com — Stan Kroenke Didn’t Buy The Angels For Baseball - Huddle Up | Joe Pompliano
- 2:52 AMYahoo Sports — 'Wherever he buys, he wins.' Angels exuberant about Stan Kroenke buying the franchise
- 2:21 AMESPN — Trout on 'needed' Angels sale: It's a 'fresh start'
"In a town where baseball is a religion and its field is considered heaven. The reaction from Cardinal nation when one of the most hated people in St. Louis sports history buys the angels is not positive. “Doesn’t he have enough,” expr
"Today’s newsletter breaks down Stan Kroenke record-breaking $4 billion purchase of the LA Angels and the historically terrible lease agreement that might make him billions more.
"Mike Trout said he was "excited" at the news of the Angels' sale to Stan Kroenke, pointing to the new owner's track record when it comes to his other teams.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 11:54 PMFans react to Stan Kroenke buying the Los Angeles Angels
In a town where baseball is a religion and its field is considered heaven. The reaction from Cardinal nation when one of the most hated people in St. Louis sports history buys the angels is not positive. “Doesn’t he have enough,” expr
- Substack.comSep 2, 2026, 3:01 PMStan Kroenke Didn’t Buy The Angels For Baseball - Huddle Up | Joe Pompliano
Today’s newsletter breaks down Stan Kroenke record-breaking $4 billion purchase of the LA Angels and the historically terrible lease agreement that might make him billions more.
- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 2:52 AM'Wherever he buys, he wins.' Angels exuberant about Stan Kroenke buying the franchise
Mike Trout could not stop smiling, mirroring the optimism and goodwill at Angel Stadium on the day Stan Kroenke announced a deal to buy the Angels.
- ESPNSep 2, 2026, 2:21 AMTrout on 'needed' Angels sale: It's a 'fresh start'
Mike Trout said he was "excited" at the news of the Angels' sale to Stan Kroenke, pointing to the new owner's track record when it comes to his other teams.
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