Athletics Stadium Approved in Las Vegas

The Las Vegas Stadium Authority has approved the necessary lease and development documents for the Oakland Athletics to build a $1.75 billion stadium on the Las Vegas Strip, marking a significant step in the team's relocation process. The stadium is designed to include unique features like an under-seat cooling system and a split lower bowl, and is set to open for the 2028 MLB season. In the interim, the A's will spend the next three seasons playing at a minor league facility in West Sacramento following their last game in Oakland. The total projected cost has risen by $250 million due to inflation and additional amenities, with public funding of $380 million from Nevada and Clark County contingent upon the team's initial investment of at least $100 million. Club owner John Fisher has pledged $1.1 billion towards the project and aims to attract further investors. The approval signifies Major League Baseball's expansion into Las Vegas, a growing hub for professional sports.