The Oakland Athletics, who arrived in the Bay Area in 1968 and won four World Series championships, are in their swan song season at the Coliseum.
Owner John Fisher, a target of fan scorn for his plan to relocate the A’s to Las Vegas, has struck a deal to temporarily move the team to a minor-league ballpark in West Sacramento for the 2025-27 seasons, with an option for a fourth season.
“We explored several locations for a temporary home, including the Oakland Coliseum,” Fisher said in a statement. “Even with the long-standing relationship and good intentions on all sides in the negotiations with Oakland, the conditions to achieve an agreement seemed out of reach. We understand the disappointment this news brings to our fans, as this season marks our final one in Oakland. Throughout this season, we will honor and celebrate our time in Oakland, and will share additional details soon.
“We extend our appreciation to the Kings and the City of West Sacramento, and look forward to making Sutter Health Park our home until our new ballpark opens in Las Vegas.”