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The saga of Josh Hamilton and the Los Angeles Angels looks like it could finally be coming to an end. Sports Illustrated was the first to report that the Angels are close to parting ways with Hamilton and the resolution could happen by the end of the weekend.
Sources: Josh Hamilton could be gone from Angels as soon as tonight. Resolution in place. Barring last-minute changes, he’s gone.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) April 24, 2015
Hamilton’s departure is likely to be either by a buyout or as part of a trade to another team. While nothing is finalized, it looks like a trade to Hamilton’s former team could be coming.
Source: #Rangers working on trade for Josh Hamilton. Not finalized, but very close.
— Jeff Wilson (@JeffWilson_FWST) April 24, 2015
In Hamilton trade talks, resolution is near, but financial aspects remain under discussion. Not a done deal.
— Jon Morosi (@jonmorosi) April 24, 2015
A return to the organization where he had the best years of his career is probably the best-case scenario for Hamilton. The Texas Rangers are one of the worst teams in baseball and there won’t be much pressure for Hamilton to perform while he tries to get his life and baseball career back in order.
