Oakland A’s Headed to Sacramento and Las Vegas: A New Chapter Begins

The Oakland Athletics are making a major move to Las Vegas, but not before stopping in Sacramento first. The team has reached an agreement with the Sacramento Kings to play in their stadium, Sutter Health Park, from 2024 to 2027, with an option to extend their stay to 2028. This move comes as the A’s prepare to leave Oakland and build a new stadium in Las Vegas.

A’s owner John Fisher expressed excitement about the team’s temporary home in Sacramento, calling it a “historic opportunity” for the city. While the team will not be known as the Oakland A’s, Sacramento A’s, or Las Vegas A’s during their time in Sacramento, they will still bring major league baseball to the city.

The decision to move to Sacramento comes after the A’s faced backlash in Oakland and struggled with attendance. Despite protests and calls to stay in Oakland, the team is forging ahead with their relocation plans. Sacramento mayor Darrell Steinberg expressed conflicting emotions about the situation but ultimately sees it as a positive development for the city.

As the A’s prepare to play in a minor-league ballpark turned major-league stadium in Sacramento, it remains to be seen how fans will respond to a team that is set to leave in a few years. With a smaller capacity stadium and a team that has struggled on the field, the A’s will face challenges in attracting fans in Sacramento. However, the team is determined to make the most of their time in the city before heading to their new home in Las Vegas.