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sports7 months ago

San Jose Earthquakes Owner John Fisher Plans to Sell MLS Club

John Fisher, owner of the San Jose Earthquakes and MLB's Athletics, has hired Moelis & Co. to sell a controlling stake in the MLS club, with an official announcement expected soon. The sale comes amid the Athletics' relocation to Las Vegas and the MLS's ongoing efforts to increase league value and media revenue. The Earthquakes, valued at $600 million, have faced attendance and revenue challenges but remain a valuable asset due to local demographics and ownership interests.

via Sportico.com|
#investment-bank#john-fisher#mls
sports1 year ago

"Oakland Stadium Workers Blast A's Owner for Ruining Lives Amid Team's Move"

Oakland Coliseum workers, including long-time employees, feel abandoned and blindsided by the Oakland Athletics' decision to relocate to Sacramento and eventually to Las Vegas, with significant layoffs expected. Many workers learned about their impending job loss through media reports rather than from the team itself. The move has left workers, who often rely on their summer jobs at the Coliseum for income and community, feeling uncertain about their future and resentful towards team owner John Fisher for what they perceive as neglect and disregard for their well-being.

via CBS Sports|
#coliseum-workers#john-fisher#mlb
sports1 year ago

"A's Relocation: Impact on Sacramento and West Sacramento"

The Oakland Athletics owner, John Fisher, announced the team's move to a minor-league ballpark in Sacramento after failed negotiations with the city of Oakland. Fisher's decision to relocate the historically bad baseball team has sparked widespread condemnation and frustration. The move comes after the A's pulled out of a $12 billion project to build a ballpark at Howard Terminal in Oakland. The team's future in Sacramento remains uncertain, with logistical questions and concerns about the team's commitment to the city.

via ESPN|
#john-fisher#mlb#oakland-athletics
sports1 year ago

"MLB's Pitching Injury Epidemic: Seeking Solutions for 2024 and Beyond"

Shohei Ohtani's absence from pitching this season due to Tommy John surgery is tied to a major gambling story in MLB, while the league grapples with issues like amateurish uniforms and a failed coup attempt within the players' union. The Oakland A's owner, John Fisher, is under scrutiny for his stewardship, prompting calls for him to wear MLB-sanctioned uniforms, as the league faces a wave of malfeasance in the 2024 season.

via New York Post |
#gambling#john-fisher#mlb
sports1 year ago

"A's Relocation to Sacramento: Implications and Controversies"

The Oakland A's are still planning to move to Sacramento temporarily, despite having no lease agreement and facing disapproval from MLB teams due to the handling of the ballpark situation. The team will make upgrades to the River Cats' ballpark and play there for three years with an option for a fourth. The decision to choose Sacramento over other options like Las Vegas is attributed to financial considerations, including a TV deal and potential stadium funding issues in Nevada. Throughout the relocation saga, A's owner John Fisher has been criticized for making decisions without clear plans or reasons, leading to discontent among MLB teams and observers.

via Field of Schemes|
#john-fisher#mlb#oakland-as
sports1 year ago

"A's Move to Sacramento Sparks Controversy and Opportunity for Local Economy"

MLB organizations are reportedly expressing disgust with the Oakland A's handling of the ballpark situation, particularly as there is no settled ballpark plan in Las Vegas. The team's potential relocation and anticipated revenue loss are raising concerns about their future competitiveness and ability to attract free agents. The A's ownership's history of minimal spending and lack of facility upgrades has drawn criticism, with doubts about their ability to succeed in the new market.

via Sports Illustrated|
#ballpark-situation#john-fisher#las-vegas
sports1 year ago

"A's Relocation: Impact on Oakland and Sacramento"

ESPN SportsCenter host Nicole Briscoe criticized Oakland Athletics' owner John Fisher for the team's decision to play in Sacramento while awaiting a new ballpark in Las Vegas, expressing solidarity with frustrated fans and comparing the situation to personal hardships. Fans and other media personalities have supported Briscoe's comments, echoing longstanding discontent with Fisher's ownership. This is not the first time a SportsCenter host has publicly criticized Fisher for his handling of the team.

via Awful Announcing|
#john-fisher#mlb#nicole-briscoe
sports1 year ago

"Oakland Athletics' Departure: Assessing the Impact on the City and Fans"

Columnist Marcus Thompson argues that the departure of the Oakland Athletics from the city is ultimately a positive development, likening it to a necessary prescribed burn to clear out old vegetation and make way for new growth. He criticizes A's owner John Fisher for rejecting a deal with Oakland and instead opting to move the team to Sacramento, emphasizing the need for sports team owners who are committed to the community. Thompson believes that Oakland's loss of three professional teams may be a necessary step for the city to rebuild and thrive, and calls for a shift in the paradigm of sports business in the city.

via The Athletic|
#athletics#john-fisher#oakland
sports1 year ago

"Oakland A's Owner's Controversial Press Conference and Team's Impending Move to Sacramento"

Oakland Athletics owner John Fisher announced the team's move to Sacramento for the 2025-27 seasons, with a potential option for 2028, as their new home in Las Vegas is being built. Fisher's comments at a press conference, including a reference to Yankees star Aaron Judge hitting home runs at the A's temporary home, drew criticism. The move follows MLB owners' unanimous approval of the A's relocation to Las Vegas, marking the end of Oakland's efforts to keep the team in the Bay Area.

via New York Post |
#aaron-judge#john-fisher#mlb
sports1 year ago

"A's Punish Players for Supporting Criticism, Demote Batting Average Leader"

The Oakland Athletics demoted outfielder Esteury Ruiz, who was photographed wearing a wristband associated with an anti-ownership fan group in Oakland called "Last Dive Bar," leading to speculation that players are being punished for supporting criticism of owner John Fisher. Other players have also faced consequences, such as being benched or traded, seemingly for similar reasons. The franchise's displeasure with the fan group and its players wearing the wristbands during games has sparked controversy, with some dubbing the situation as "WristbandGate."

via NESN|
#esteury-ruiz#john-fisher#last-dive-bar
sports1 year ago

"A's Seek Coliseum Lease Extension in Oakland Talks"

Oakland Athletics owner John Fisher is once again facing public humiliation as the team seeks a lease extension in Oakland while searching for a new ballpark location. The ongoing negotiations highlight the difficulty the team faces in finding a new home, with Las Vegas as a potential option. The city of Oakland, while needing the rent, is also looking for ways to make Fisher and the team pay for their prolonged neglect and attempts to leave. The upcoming meeting between the A's and city officials is expected to be a tense affair, as Fisher continues to navigate the challenges of relocating the team.

via Defector|
#john-fisher#negotiations#oakland-athletics
sports-business1 year ago

"MLB Commissioner and Mayors Question Viability of Oakland A's Relocation to Las Vegas"

Oakland mayor Sheng Thao expresses doubts about the viability of Oakland A's owner John Fisher's plan to move the team to Las Vegas, emphasizing the city's eagerness for the team to stay in Oakland. Thao is in talks with potential ownership groups interested in keeping the team in the city and highlights the Howard Terminal and Oakland Coliseum as potential ballpark sites. Despite the challenges, including legal issues and finding an interim home, Thao remains hopeful for the team to stay in Oakland, but Fisher has shown no intention of selling the club.

via The Athletic|
#john-fisher#las-vegas#mlb
sports1 year ago

"The A's Uncertain Future: Las Vegas Mayor's Mixed Signals and Oakland's Stand"

The Oakland A's have faced repeated setbacks in their efforts to build a new stadium, with owner John Fisher failing to deliver on promises and wasting time and resources. The team's potential move to Las Vegas is also facing skepticism, with doubts about the feasibility of the proposed Tropicana site and concerns about the lack of enthusiasm in the local community. Fisher's track record of failed stadium projects and his reluctance to commit significant resources raise doubts about the success of the Las Vegas venture, leaving the team's future uncertain after their Coliseum lease runs out.

via The Athletic|
#john-fisher#las-vegas#mlb
sports1 year ago

"Las Vegas Mayor Urges Athletics to Stay in Oakland Amidst Relocation Plans"

Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman bluntly tells Oakland Athletics owner John Fisher that his plans to move the team to Las Vegas don't make sense and that the city doesn't want his baseball team. Despite a later softening of her stance, Goodman's message remains clear: Las Vegas doesn't want Fisher's A's. This public rebuke highlights the challenges Fisher faces in relocating the team and the political dynamics at play in the potential move.

via Defector|
#carolyn-goodman#john-fisher#las-vegas
sports1 year ago

"Las Vegas Mayor Urges Athletics to Stay in Oakland Despite Relocation Plans"

Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman expressed her belief that the Athletics should find a way to stay in Oakland rather than relocating to Las Vegas, citing the team's desire to be on the water and the need to listen to the people of Oakland. Despite her opinion, it remains uncertain if staying in Oakland is a feasible option for the A's, as they have not engaged in discussions with the city for 10 months. Owner John Fisher, who has faced pushback from Oakland fans, has expressed a desire to keep the team despite financial challenges.

via CBS Sports|
#john-fisher#las-vegas#mayor-carolyn-goodman