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Neutral Site Games

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sports1 year ago

A's Plan to Split Home Games Between Las Vegas and Other Cities Faces Backlash

The Oakland Athletics are facing criticism over a draft non-relocation agreement that allows them to play up to seven home games outside their proposed $1.5 billion Las Vegas stadium. Attorney and A's fan Jeremy Koo argues this could significantly impact economic and tax revenue projections, estimating losses of $2.6 to $3 million in tax revenue and $65 to $75 million in economic activity annually. The Las Vegas Stadium Authority Board will discuss the issue in their next meeting on July 18.

sports2 years ago

"Roger Goodell Eyes 2024 Expansion to New International Location"

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has revealed that the league could add a new international location for games as early as next year, with Spain and Brazil among the potential options. The NFL has been actively seeking to expand its global reach and has already played regular-season games in Mexico, Canada, and Germany. The move towards more neutral-site games is aimed at achieving competitive balance, as some teams currently have an advantage with nine true home games, while others have only eight.