We end 2019 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #8: the Oakland A’s continue their push for a new Howard Terminal ballpark. (more…)
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Alameda County Opts to Sell Share of Coliseum Site to A’s
Alameda County is proceeding with a sale of its half-share of the Oakland Coliseum site to the Oakland A’s, as supervisors unanimously advanced the deal Monday. (more…)
Alameda County to Vote on Oakland Coliseum Land Sale Monday
The Oakland A’s effort to gain control of the Oakland Coliseum site is expected to move forward Monday, when Alameda County votes on selling its half-share to the team. (more…)
Former Oakland Coliseum Executive Charged with Felony Conflict of Interest
Criminal charges have been filed against former Coliseum Authority executive director Scott McKibben, as Alameda County prosecutors allege that he violated California conflict-of-interest laws by seeking a fee for helping to negotiate RingCentral Coliseum naming rights. (more…)
Hurdles Remain in A’s Pursuit of Howard Terminal Ballpark
In their pursuit of a new ballpark at Howard Terminal, the Oakland A’s still have multiple hurdles to clear to move forward with plans at the site. (more…)
Lawsuit Over Potential Oakland Coliseum Land Sale Dropped
The City of Oakland‘s lawsuit against Alameda County over a potential sale of Oakland Coliseum land to the Oakland A’s has been dismissed, ending a legal standoff over the site’s future. (more…)
Oakland Will Negotiate Coliseum Property with A’s
The City of Oakland will enter into discussions with the Oakland A’s about its share of Oakland Coliseum property, with the team seeking to take control of the site. (more…)
Oakland A’s Make Offer to City for Coliseum Property
Hoping to end a legal standoff over a portion of the site, the Oakland A’s have offered to either buy or lease Oakland Coliseum property from the city. (more…)
Alameda County Calls on Oakland to Drop Coliseum Lawsuit
Alameda County wants Oakland to drop its lawsuit over a potential Coliseum land sale before launching any negotiations over the property, a call that comes as their dispute continues. (more…)
Governor’s Signature Moves A’s Howard Terminal Ballpark Bills Forward
The Oakland A’s proposal for a new ballpark at Howard Terminal received a boost last week from California governor Gavin Newsom, who signed two bills crucial to the plan. (more…)
Manfred: No, the A’s Are Not Moving to Las Vegas
This is why politicians and MLB commissioners need to choose their words carefully: After invoking Sin City in a meeting with Oakland officials, Rob Manfred says there are no plans to move the Oakland A’s to Las Vegas. (more…)
Oakland Could Drop Lawsuit Over Potential Coliseum Land Sale
Oakland could drop its lawsuit against Alameda County over a potential sale of Coliseum land to the Oakland A’s, as city officials indicate a willingness to resolve the dispute without litigation. (more…)
Manfred Said to Have Threatened Potential A’s Move to Vegas
In expressing frustration over a recent lawsuit filed by the city, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred is said to have warned Oakland officials of a potential move of the Oakland A’s to Las Vegas if legal action halts new ballpark plans. (more…)