Athletics Fan Confronted by Security in Sacramento Pregame Broadcast Amid Franchise Relocation

The Oakland Athletics, now known simply as the Athletics and temporarily playing at Sacramento's minor league Sutter Health Park, are facing significant fan backlash due to owner John Fisher's decision to relocate the team to Las Vegas, with a new stadium expected in 2028. This discontent was prominently displayed during a recent NBC Sports California pregame broadcast when a fan wearing a 'SELL' t-shirt, urging Fisher to sell the team, appeared behind the analyst desk and was confronted by multiple security personnel. The fan, Joe Horton, who has a history of such protests, was allowed to remain in his seat after a discussion with security. The relocation and interim playing situation have frustrated Northern California fans, many of whom feel abandoned by Fisher’s management. Despite the off-field controversies, the Athletics delivered a strong on-field performance in the same game, defeating the Minnesota Twins 14-3. The ongoing tensions highlight the complex dynamics between ownership decisions, fan loyalty, and the team's future in Las Vegas.