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Oakland A's Play Final Game at Coliseum, Marking End of an Era

The Athletics' 57-year tenure in Oakland concluded with an emotional 3-2 victory over the Texas Rangers before relocating to Sacramento and eventually Las Vegas.

  • A sellout crowd of 46,889 fans attended the final game, filled with both celebration and sadness.
  • Owner John Fisher faced significant backlash from fans, who chanted 'Sell the team' and expressed anger over the move.
  • The A's will temporarily play in a minor league stadium in Sacramento before a planned move to Las Vegas in 2028.
  • The departure marks the end of Oakland's major league sports presence, following the exits of the Raiders and Warriors.
  • Longtime fans and former players, including Rickey Henderson and Dave Stewart, participated in emotional tributes and farewells.
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