Shaikin: Future of Angels in Orange County

As the Angels’ stadium lease approaches expiration in six years, uncertainty looms over the team’s future in Anaheim. Owner Arte Moreno, who turns 80 this summer, may opt to extend the lease, but discussions regarding the stadium’s renovation or replacement are anticipated. Anaheim’s mayor emphasizes the need for planning regardless of the Angels’ presence, while frustrations over the city’s handling of the team’s name and lease persist. Despite the challenges, the mayor stresses the importance of community and tradition surrounding the team’s opening day.

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