The Angels and their original first choice to manage, future Hall of Famer Albert Pujols, have broken off talks after a few differences came up in early conversations.
Pujols is drawing interest from the Padres and reportedly also the Orioles to manage now.
Pujols was the Angels’ top choice at the start but the sides differed on coaches, resources and compensation. Parameters were discussed.
Angels executive Kurt Suzuki and Torii Hunter — a former Angels and Twins star — are among the leading managerial candidates now on a long list.
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