Angels Hire Billy Eppler As New GM

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Updated: October 5, 2015

ANAHEIM, Ca- According to Jon Morosi of FOX Sports, the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim have hired New York Yankees executive Billy Eppler as the club’s new general manager.

#Angels officially name Billy Eppler their general manager. He gets a 4-year contract. Team says he will report directly to Arte Moreno.

— Jon Morosi (@jonmorosi) October 5, 2015

Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times also reported the news.

#Angels give Billy Eppler 4-year contract. That guarantees him 1 more year than Mike Scioscia.

— Bill Shaikin (@BillShaikin) October 5, 2015

Eppler was a part of the Yankees organization since 2004. He began his career as a scout for the Rockies. Eppler did apply for the position with the Angels 4 years ago but the Halos hired Jerry Dipoto instead.

After Dipoto and Angels skipper Mike Scioscia had issues with each other Dipoto stepped down. Last week was named the new general manager for the Seattle Mariners.

The Angels failed to reach the playoff this year and although they do have superstar Mike Trout have a lot of decisions surrounding the team.

Congratulations Billy Eppler! Welcome to the Big A!

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