Athletics eye Las Vegas move while reaching out to Matt Olson
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
The Oakland Athletics, preparing for a relocation to Las Vegas by 2028, emphasized their commitment to retaining star players, specifically mentioning Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson. Athletics president Marc Badain noted the team's past challenges in keeping talented players like Olson and expressed optimism about the future in Las Vegas. The franchise aims to attract top talent and announced a special six-game homestand to engage with the local community in advance of their move. Enticing Olson serves as a recruitment message to other players, reinforcing the vision of a new $2 billion stadium featuring an adjacent entertainment district.
- •Athletics planning to relocate to Las Vegas by 2028.
- •Marc Badain highlights challenges in retaining players like Matt Olson.
- •Team begins six-game homestand to connect with potential Las Vegas fans.
- •New stadium aims to attract marquee free agents.
- •Olson's situation signifies the franchise's recruitment ambitions.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Athletics Send Braves’ Matt Olson Message As They Recruit For Las Vegas Move
"The Atlanta Braves’ ironman slugger was the focus of a message from The Athletics president as they plan a move into contention.
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