Why Albert Pujols’ Contract Is a Bad Idea for the Los Angeles Angels

Albert Pujols signed the second-highest contract in major-league history this offseason, and so far, it has proved to be a mistake for the Angels, who are known for signing players to ludicrous contracts.

Their current two highest-paid players had mediocre seasons at best last year. Vernon Wells, who will be paid $21 million for each of the next three years, batted .218 with 25 home runs and 66 RBI. While he did have the occasional pop in his bat, that kind of production is not worth $21 million.

The Angels also have $18 million invested in Torii Hunter, and even thoug...

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