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Empty seats, feral cats, angry fans: Oakland A's push for new home as crowds stay away

by Matt Levin

May 11, 2022

Some fans are convinced the team is trying to keep fans away as it eyes a potential new home in Las Vegas.

A's manager Mark Kotsay, left, and pitcher Frankie Montas during a contest with the Detroit Tigers. With A's home games attracting few fans, the team hopes for a new stadium to play in, built with assistance from the city.

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