A visibly emotional Mark Kotsay addressed the crowd Thursday after the A’s played their final game in Oakland, a 3-2 victory over the Texas Rangers, telling the crowd simply, “There are no better fans than you guys.”
“To the staff who dedicated their lives to the Oakland A’s, especially those who aren’t coming with us, I am forever grateful. I will never forget you,” said the A’s manager.
“And to all of you, on behalf of my staff, myself, this team, all the past players and coaches, everyone who’s worn the green and gold: There are no better fans than you guys.