"In light of the players' clear preference for natural grass, and after weighing with the MLBPA the potential risks and benefits of maintaining natural grass versus replacing the playing surface with synthetic turf, all the parties are aligned in moving forward with a natural grass field for opening day 2025."
"I'm glad it's going to be grass, for sure," said Cleveland manager Stephen Vogt, a two-time Oakland All-Star, expressing satisfaction with the decision to opt for natural grass.
"I will say I'm not a fan of turf on an outdoor ballpark so I'm glad to hear the news," said Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy, indicating a preference for natural playing surfaces.
The A's will transition from Oakland to Sacramento and then Las Vegas, marking their fourth long-term home dating back to Philadelphia.
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