MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred points to city of Oakland for A’s move to Las Vegas: ‘I feel sorry for the fans’
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Rob Manfred - 'Sorry' for Oakland, but A's competitive in Vegas
NEW YORK — Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred says he feels «sorry for the fans in Oakland» about the Athletics' plans to relocate to Las Vegas but denies claims by Oakland's mayor that the franchise used negotiations with the city as leverage.
Oakland A's edge closer to Las Vegas relocation
The Oakland Athletics are a step closer to a move to Las Vegas, with the Major League Baseball club signing a binding agreement to purchase 49 acres that will be used as the site of a new stadium.
Oakland A's agree to purchase land near Las vegas Strip
The Oakland Athletics have signed a binding agreement to purchase land near the Las Vegas Strip, where they intend to construct a major league ballpark, team president Dave Kaval told the Las Vegas Review-Journal on Wednesday.
Trevor Bauer, shunned by MLB, makes stellar Japanese debut
Shunned by major league clubs, Trevor Bauer is trying to find his way in Japan where fans are drawn by his near celebrity status and seem unconcerned by domestic violence allegations against him.
Trevor Bauer 'ready to compete,' debuts in Japanese minors
YOKOSUKA, Japan — Shunned by major league clubs, Trevor Bauer is trying to find his way in Japan, where fans are drawn by his celebrity status and seem unconcerned by domestic violence allegations against him.
Baseball no longer the timeless game as pitch clock shaves 30 minutes off 9-inning game
Major League Baseball has hit a home run it appears. A series of rule changes have pumped much-needed life back into the game and produced a product that analysts say make the game vastly more enjoyable and watchable for both casual and diehard fans.
Salt Lake City group joins MLB expansion chase
A Salt Lake City consortium led by the former owner of the Utah Jazz plans to pursue a Major League Baseball franchise in the coming years, touting the area's population growth, strong economy and baseball history as draws for a coveted expansion slot, people involved with the project told ESPN.