
Carlyle Group Inc. co-founder, David Rubenstein, has reportedly made a significant agreement to purchase the Baltimore Orioles for a staggering $1.725 billion. While the deal has not been officially announced, a person with insider knowledge spoke to The Associated Press on Tuesday night on the condition of anonymity.
Rubenstein, a Baltimore native, will step in as the team's controlling owner, marking a significant change in the Orioles' leadership. His investment team includes Ares co-founder, Michael Arougheti, adding further expertise to the venture.