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Sacramento's MLB Expansion Bid is Gaining Momentum — Here's Where it Stands

Athletics On SI·Jason Burke·25 days ago
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The date is set for Sacramento's official MLB expansion launch press conference, but that information has not been made public just yet. What we do know is that details about the plan have emerged, including where the ballpark may end up. Earlier this week, the Sacramento Bee reported that West Sacramento is in the process of purchasing 2.9 acres of industrial land in the Bridge District, near Sutter Health Park. For reference, this picture shows the land's location relative to Sutter Health Park, where the A's and River Cats play. RIske Lane, Sacramento | Google Maps As you can see, it's well within reach of the ballpark, and the plan here is that West Sacramento can end up widening 5th Street to handle the traffic an MLB franchise would generate, if Sacramento is ultimately granted one.…

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