[dropcap size=big]T[/dropcap]he Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim have made overtures into a protected 13-acre lot on the Long Beach waterfront, a move that would place the 2002 World Series champions in L.A. County for the first time since 1965, according to a report by the Long Beach Post.
Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia confirmed to the Associated Press late Monday that they were in preliminary talks.
The Post cites "several sources familiar with the discussions" who say Arte Moreno's team is in preliminary talks with the city about the possibility of moving the franchise to the empty lot near the Long Beach Arena and Performing Arts Center.
Because the waterfront property is considered part of the protected tidelands, any deal would require state approval. The Post also notes that Long Beach has several commitments on the property including the 2028 Olympics, scheduled to take place all over parts of L.A. County.
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