Sacramento joins list of cities vying for MLB expansion teams
Sports Illustrated • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 4:58 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Last week, Sacramento was officially added to the list of cities seeking Major League Baseball expansion teams. This news comes as various locations compete for the opportunity, with significant interest in cities that can support a new franchise. The MLB and MLBPA are currently negotiating proposals for a new collective bargaining agreement as the existing one approaches its expiration date in December. Sacramento's bid reflects a growing desire for MLB presence in new markets, increasing competition among cities.
- •Sacramento officially enters the competition for MLB expansion.
- •Cities are actively pursuing new major league teams.
- •Negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement are underway.
- •Current CBA expires in December.
- •Interest in MLB expansion reflects market potential in various cities.
- 4:58 PMSports Illustrated — Ranking the Six Leading City Candidates for MLB Expansion - Sports Illustrated
"Last week, Sacramento officially joined the many cities angling for a major league baseball team. Let's evaluate the most promising bids.
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