The Oakland Athletics are planning to build a $1.5 billion stadium in Las Vegas, with taxpayers in Nevada responsible for $380 million of the funding. The team has hired an investment firm to help raise the remaining $500 million. The stadium is expected to open in 2028.
Key Points
Estimated cost of $1.5 billion for the stadium
Franchise seeking $500 million in funding from an investment firm
Expected to open in 2028
Pros
New state-of-the-art stadium for Oakland Athletics
Potential boost to local economy in Las Vegas
Cons
Taxpayers in Nevada responsible for a significant portion of the funding
Controversy regarding the choice of location for the stadium