Posted 11:35 AM by Sean
Bill Shaikin and Ross Newhan's article in the L.A. Times today points out one potential pitfall associated with the mid-season change of ownership: Stoneman's hands will pretty much be tied when it comes to handing out contract extensions or making deals at the trade deadline. Last year, the Angels went out and got Ochoa, who wasn't the biggest impact player in the world but did contribute. This year, Stoneman will have to get permission from both Disney and Moreno before making any deals.