After the Oakland Athletics announced a binding agreement on land for a new ballpark in Las Vegas, fans and the city's mayor say they felt blindsided, shocked and angry.
Commissioner Rob Manfred said in December the A’s would not have to pay a relocation fee if the team moved to Las Vegas.Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao
“I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished as a City, including securing a fully entitled site and over $375 million in new infrastructure investment that will benefit Oakland and its Port for generations to come. In a time of budget deficits, I refuse to compromise the safety and well-being of our residents. Given these realities, we are ceasing negotiations and moving forward on alternatives for the redevelopment of Howard Terminal.
The A’s lease at the Coliseum expires after the 2024 season. The A’s has struggled to draw fans to the Coliseum in recent years as owner John Fisher has slashed payroll and many of the team’s most recognizable stars have been traded away. Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao on Thursday addressed the latest developments with the Athletics after the team signed a binding purchase agreement for a potential ballpark site in Las Vegas.
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