The Oakland Athletics have taken another step toward their future in Las Vegas, unveiling updated renderings of their planned $1.75 billion stadium. Presented during a Las Vegas Stadium Authority meeting, these new images give the clearest vision yet of what fans can expect when the team makes its highly anticipated move to the Strip.
A Closer Look at the Updated Design
The latest renderings highlight significant design updates, some of which bring fans closer to the action than ever before. One of the standout features? The bullpens—home and visitor—will be stacked beyond the left-field wall, a unique arrangement that should create an intense atmosphere.
Seating has been a major focus as well. The stadium will offer the closest seats to the field of any Major League Baseball venue, promising an immersive experience for spectators. Designed by Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) and HNTB, the ballpark is being crafted with both fan engagement and architectural innovation in mind.
The venue, set to hold 33,000 seats, will be constructed on the site of the former Tropicana Hotel and is projected to be completed in time for Opening Day in 2028.
Construction Timeline and Key Milestones
The Athletics have a clear roadmap for their new home, and things are set to ramp up soon. The team plans to break ground in the second quarter of 2025, likely in June, setting off a three-year construction period.
Meanwhile, the A’s have been laying the legal and logistical groundwork. In December 2024, the organization finalized agreements with the Las Vegas Stadium Authority covering lease terms, non-relocation commitments, development responsibilities, and community benefits. With these agreements locked in, the franchise has a solid foundation as it transitions to Nevada.
For now, the team will spend the next three seasons playing in West Sacramento at Sutter Health Park. This temporary move keeps them in California while construction moves forward in Las Vegas.
Community Engagement in Southern Nevada
The Athletics are already working to connect with their future fan base. As part of their introduction to Southern Nevada, they are organizing a series of community events tied to their exhibition games against the Arizona Diamondbacks on March 8-9 at Las Vegas Ballpark.
Events leading up to the games include:
- Little League opening day ceremonies, bringing young baseball players into the excitement.
- Visits to local schools, where players and staff will engage with students.
- A fan pregame party in Downtown Summerlin, allowing supporters to celebrate the A’s arrival in style.
These efforts signal the team’s commitment to building relationships in Las Vegas well before their permanent home is ready.
The Road Ahead for the Athletics
The transition from Oakland to Las Vegas has been filled with challenges, but the unveiling of these updated stadium renderings marks another step forward. The vision for the team’s new home is coming into sharper focus, and as construction gets closer, anticipation is only going to grow.
For A’s fans—both in Oakland and Las Vegas—the countdown to 2028 is officially on.
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