A's Temporary Stay in Sacramento, Vegas Move Set for 2028

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred has expressed optimism about the Athletics' temporary home at the 14,000-seat minor league stadium in West Sacramento, describing it as charming and providing 'as close to a major league experience as possible.' However, he reaffirmed that the Athletics are on track to open their new $1.75 billion domed stadium on the Las Vegas Strip by 2028. The Las Vegas Stadium Authority has cleared major hurdles by approving key documents, and Nevada and Clark County have committed $380 million in public funds for the project, which is expected to have a 33,000-seat capacity. Interim A's team president Sandy Dean mentioned that owner John Fisher increased his financial pledge to $1.1 billion and is seeking additional investors. The move to Las Vegas follows the Athletics' departure from the Oakland Coliseum, their home since 1968. Manfred highlighted the palpable excitement within the Sacramento community as the team prepares for its temporary relocation.