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Angels End Talks With Albert Pujols as Padres Schedule Interview

Disputes over staff, resources and compensation scuttled negotiations, steering Los Angeles toward internal options.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets report Pujols is no longer under consideration for the Angels' managerial opening after discussions collapsed.
  • ESPN reports Pujols will interview with the Padres on Wednesday, with the Orioles having also expressed interest.
  • Internal figures Torii Hunter and Kurt Suzuki are being considered by the Angels, and third-base coach Bo Porter has publicly sought an interview.
  • Pujols remains on the Angels' books via a 10-year personal-services deal paying about $1 million annually, which was reported as a factor in talks.
  • San Diego's vacancy follows Mike Shildt's retirement, while the Angels continue a reset after a 72-90 season and recent managerial turnover.