Albert Pujols to Angels? Why the Cardinals are sticking with Oli Marmol in 2026

Bernie Miklasz digs into the hottest rumor in baseball: Albert Pujols emerging as the leading candidate to manage the Los Angeles Angels, while the St. Louis Cardinals reaffirm Oli Marmol for 2026. He breaks down why Chaim Bloom will not reverse course, what Arte Moreno’s involvement means, and why the Angels job is a minefield for any first-time skipper. Reports indicate Pujols is the owner’s preferred choice, and he remains tied to the franchise via a personal-services deal. Pujols just led Escogido to the LIDOM title and the Dominican Republic to the 2025 Caribbean Series crown, and he is slated to manage the Dominican team in the 2026 WBC. Ron Washington will not return in 2026 after missing time in 2025 for heart surgery, with the Angels moving on this week 👑 Presented by DraftKings. The Crown is Yours. 🔗 Visit: https://stlsportscentral.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices