Once considered the favorite to be the next manager of the Los Angeles Angels , Albert Pujols is no longer a candidate for the job, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post.

“Pujols was the Angels’ top choice at the start but the sides differed on coaches, resources and compensation,” Heyman wrote. “Parameters were discussed.”

With Pujols out of the mix, the team has a slew of internal candidates that could take the job. Kurt Suzuki and Torii Hunter, who both have roles in the organization's front office, are the leading candidates according to Heyman. Former Astros manager and current third base coach Bo Porter has also publicly stated he is interested in the job.

Whoever ultimately becomes the next manager of the Angels will have their work cut out for them. Los Angeles

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