Cost of Athletics' Las Vegas Ballpark Rises to $1.75 Billion
The $250 million increase is attributed to added amenities and rising construction costs, with owner John Fisher expected to cover most of the expense.
- The new Las Vegas stadium for the Athletics is now projected to cost $1.75 billion, up from the original estimate of $1.5 billion.
- The cost increase is due to expanded amenities, including more suites, upgraded player facilities, and under-seat cooling, as well as higher construction costs.
- Owner John Fisher and his family are expected to contribute up to $1.1 billion, with $300 million coming from loans and $380 million from public funding via Nevada's Senate Bill 1.
- Construction on the 33,000-seat stadium is scheduled to begin in spring 2025, with completion targeted for the 2028 MLB season.
- The Athletics will play home games at Sacramento's Sutter Health Park, a minor league stadium, until the new ballpark is ready.
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