Major League Baseball team owners have voted to approve John Angelos as “control person” for the Baltimore Orioles, meaning he has succeeded his father as the executive responsible for the team, two sources said Tuesday.
The approval signals an official transition from the leadership of Peter Angelos, 91, whose health has declined in the past few years.
Every club must designate an executive as the primary contact for MLB. The official is responsible for team operations and ensuring league rules are complied with.
A three-quarters vote — at least 23 of the 30 club owners — is needed for such an appointment.