Oakland Athletics Close to Severing Ties with Oakland, Eyeing Move to West Sacramento and Las Vegas

The Athletics are on the brink of severing ties with Oakland after 56 years and are eyeing a move to West Sacramento before ultimately settling in Las Vegas for the 2028 season. According to reports, the team met with Sacramento officials to discuss the potential relocation, with an official announcement expected in the coming days.

With their lease at the Oakland Coliseum set to expire after this season, the A’s are facing a tight timeline to secure a new home. Major League Baseball schedules are typically finalized months in advance, putting pressure on team owner John Fisher to make a decision quickly.

Despite three formal meetings between Oakland officials and the A’s to discuss extending the lease at the Coliseum, negotiations have hit a roadblock. The city’s demands, including a hefty payment regardless of the lease term and the sale of the Coliseum site to a local developer, have not been met by the team.

In the interim, the A’s are considering sharing Sutter Health Park with the San Francisco Giants’ Triple-A team, the RiverCats, for up to three seasons. This move would not only provide a temporary home for the A’s but also open up the possibility of Sacramento becoming a viable option for MLB expansion in the future.

As the A’s navigate this uncertain period, their on-field performance has also been lackluster, with a 1-5 start to the season and underwhelming attendance numbers. The team’s potential move to West Sacramento would bring them to a smaller ballpark with limited seating capacity, posing challenges for both players and fans alike.

While the A’s future remains uncertain, one thing is clear – the team is at a crossroads and must make a decision that will shape their identity for years to come. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.