MLB Owners unanimously approved the relocation of the Oakland Athletics to Las Vegas in a vote Thursday morning at the owner’s meetings in Arlington, Texas. While the move still faces obstacles, this is a significant step in the process. A’s Managing Partner and Owner John Fisher issued the following statement in regards to Thursday’s announcement.
“I want to express my gratitude to the owners and Commissioner for their thoughtful deliberation and positive votes in favor of our relocation to Las Vegas.
Today marks a significant moment for our franchise, and it’s met with mixed emotions - sadness for this change and excitement for our future.