Athletics Break Ground on $1.75 Billion, 33,000-Seat Las Vegas Ballpark at Former Tropicana Site Amid Funding Uncertainty

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Published Jun 30, 2025, 07:22 PM

The Oakland Athletics officially broke ground on their new $1.75 billion Major League Baseball stadium on June 23, 2025, located on the Las Vegas Strip at the former Tropicana Hotel site. The 33,000-seat domed ballpark is scheduled for completion ahead of the 2028 MLB opening day. The ceremonial event featured key figures including Athletics owner John Fisher, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred, Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo, and local officials. Fisher expressed ongoing efforts to secure investors and raise capital for the project, though specific funding details remain undisclosed.

Manfred affirmed his confidence in the project and his intention to attend the 2028 opening day in Las Vegas. The groundbreaking marks a major milestone as the Athletics transition from Oakland, where they completed their final season in September 2024, and currently play home games in Sacramento. While the stadium project moves forward, plans for an adjacent Bally’s casino-resort remain unclear. The new venue is expected to bring Major League Baseball to Las Vegas, enhancing the city's sports landscape and economy.

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