Oakland Athletics Final Game in Oakland Scheduled

The Oakland Athletics concluded their final game in Oakland on September 26, 2024, with a 3-2 victory over the Texas Rangers, marking the end of an era as the franchise prepares to relocate to Las Vegas. Manager Mark Kotsay and players, including Brent Rooker, expressed their emotional farewells, acknowledging the significance of representing Oakland one last time. Following the game, fans demonstrated their discontent with the ownership's decision to move, leading to minor disturbances, including some fans running onto the field and throwing objects. The A's will temporarily play in Sacramento from 2025 to 2027 while their new stadium is constructed in Las Vegas, which is slated to open in 2028. The planned Las Vegas stadium will feature a capacity of 33,000 and a price tag of $1.5 billion, with significant taxpayer contributions. The Athletics' departure follows other teams that have left Oakland, further diminishing the city's sports landscape.