A record-breaking deal in Major League Baseball has sent shockwaves through the sports world, as the owner of the NFL’s Rams has secured the Angels in a transaction that could exceed the $3.9 billion paid for the Padres just months ago. The sale, finalized in a private agreement, is poised to redefine franchise valuations and set a new benchmark for team transactions. With no public confirmation on the final price, speculation swirls over whether the figure will surpass previous highs, reshaping the financial landscape of professional sports. The move follows a wave of high-profile ownership changes, further intensifying competition among billionaire investors.


Stan Kroenke is finally getting his MLB team — and the price is expected to reset the market. The Rams owner agreed Tuesday to purchase the Angels from Arte Moreno, with the deal surpassing the $3.9 billion recently paid for the Padres and become the richest franchise sale in baseball history. The exact figure has...