Ryan Smith targets MLB expansion team for Utah's market

Ryan Smith, owner of the Jazz and Mammoth, is pursuing an MLB expansion team for Utah. In an interview, he expressed a commitment to an 'aggressive' acquisition strategy, noting the region's readiness for a franchise. With MLB's expansion framework not yet formalized, interest is growing as previous stadium issues have been resolved. Smith aims to collaborate with the Larry H. Miller Company, which has secured funding for a ballpark, to strengthen Utah's bid. MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred is looking to finalize new market locations before 2029, with Nashville also being viewed as a contender.

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