Owner John Fisher is investing millions of dollars in finding the best place to build a new ballpark in Oakland, underscoring the Athletics’ commitment to a city that is in danger of losing its NBA and NFL teams.
The large investment just to find the right location is the first step in making sure the A’s and the city get it right, president Dave Kaval told this news organization in a wide-ranging interview about the project’s progress.
Kaval, who joined the Athletics in December to lead the stadium project, said his staff is examining four sites, including the current Coliseum location.