Los Angeles Angels GM Jerry Dipoto is ‘Definitely Out’

Los Angeles Angels general manager Jerry Dipoto is reportedly leaving his post due to an ongoing rift with manager Mike Scioscia. The tension between the two worsened after a series of meetings held over the weekend.

"He's definitely out," a Major League Baseball source revealed, ESPN.com reported.

Foxsports.com reported that the meetings Dipoto expressed his frustrations with the coaching staff, who were not effectively conveying scouting information and statistical data to the players.

Ken Rosenthal wrote, "At least one coach responded heatedly to Dipoto and first baseman Albert Pujols issued a pointed rebuttal to his GM, sources said... Dipoto, according to sources, believes that the coaches too often rely on 'feel' while teams such as the AL West-leading Astros are at the forefront of incorporating data. The coaches, in turn, seemingly do not trust the information they are given, and either are not willing or able to translate it for the players."

Dipoto and Scioscia have not commented about the recent reports. Scioscia told reporters after Mondays game, "There's really nothing to say about anything that might or might not have happened. Jerry and I work together the same way we've worked the last couple of years, and that's where we are."

ESPN.com cited a source who stated that Dipoto went to owner Arte Moreno with an ultimatum that ended up backfiring. Dipoto reportedly "packed up his office" and left the stadium.

The Angels have not commented on the latest reports. The team has maintained a united front.