"Analyzing Potential MLB Expansion Cities: San Antonio/Austin Top Pick, ESPN Suggests"
Major League Baseball is set to expand from 30 to 32 teams, with eight potential locations being considered for new franchises. These cities include Charlotte, Las Vegas, Montreal, Nashville, Portland, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, and San Antonio. Factors such as metro-area population, media market rank, per-capita GDP, existing major sports franchises, and proximity to current MLB teams are being analyzed to gauge market viability. The expansion process will also depend on the willingness of cities to provide funding for new ballparks and support mixed-use development around them.
