A's 2025 Move to Sacramento Raises Heat Concerns for Players

MLB and players' union discuss night games and artificial turf to combat extreme temperatures at Sutter Health Park.

The Athletics will begin their first season in Sacramento on March 31, 2025, sharing Sutter Health Park with the River Cats.
Concerns over player safety have been raised due to Sacramento's high summer temperatures and the use of artificial turf.
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred suggests most games be played at night to avoid daytime heat.
The artificial turf planned for the park includes a hydration component to help cool the surface.
The A's will host major teams like the Cubs, Yankees, and Giants during their inaugural season in Sacramento.