Athletics to debut Sacramento alternate jerseys for 2026 season

The Oakland Athletics, now temporarily based in Sacramento through at least the 2027 season before their planned move to Las Vegas in 2028, will debut new gold alternate jerseys emblazoned with "Sacramento" across the chest for Saturday home games in 2026. This move comes after criticism that the team did not sufficiently embrace Sacramento during their first season, where attendance lagged significantly below capacity. The new jerseys aim to thank the local fans, businesses, and community leaders who supported the team during its interim stay, though the franchise will continue to be officially known as the Athletics or the A's, without adopting "Sacramento" as part of their formal name. Despite the new jerseys, the team continues to emphasize Las Vegas in its branding efforts, including the ongoing presence of a Las Vegas patch on their uniforms. The Athletics' leadership stated the jerseys are a way to celebrate the community's passion, but it remains to be seen if the alternate uniforms will boost fan engagement and attendance. This development reflects the challenges of balancing a temporary home identity with long-term relocation plans.