MLB Plans for A's Temporary Move to Sacramento Amid Heat Concerns

Commissioner Rob Manfred outlines measures to ensure player safety as the Athletics transition from Oakland to Sacramento before relocating to Las Vegas.

• The Oakland Athletics will play in Sacramento from 2025 to 2027 before moving to Las Vegas in 2028.
• Sutter Health Park's grass will be replaced with a synthetic turf featuring a hydration component to manage heat.
• Most games will be scheduled at night to avoid extreme daytime temperatures, though some day games are unavoidable.
• MLB and the players' union are collaborating on safety measures for players in the Sacramento heat.
• The Athletics' new Las Vegas ballpark is still in the planning stages, with financing and construction details being finalized.

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