How the Albert Pujols Deal May Be Beneficial to the LA Angels Long Term

On December 8 the Los Angeles Angels shocked the world when they inked Albert Pujols to a 10-year, $254 million contract. Since then, the Angels have been both praised and scrutinized for their huge investment in the soon-to-be 32-year-old slugger.

Those who are critical of the signing believe that Pujols will become a huge burden on the Angels long term. While this argument may have some validity, it is also important to highlight the possible ways that Pujols could save the Angels long term.

Some argue that free agent Prince Fielder would have been a better fit for the Angels. Not only is Fielder younger, but he would have added...

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