Why the A's and the Rays Are Playing in Minor League Stadiums in 2025
Briefly

Major League Baseball teams, valued in billions and filling large stadiums regularly, face challenges as the Rays and A's adapt to smaller venues due to significant disruptions.
Due to Hurricane Milton, the Tampa Bay Rays must shift to 11,000-seat George M. Steinbrenner Field, usually for minor league games, while waiting on stadium repairs.
After their departure from Oakland, the A's will play in Sacramento's Sutter Health Park, a minor league venue, struggling with fan engagement in a temporary location.
The A's drew only 11,500 fans in 2024, the lowest in MLB, raising doubts about their ability to attract support during their temporary relocation.
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