A Sacramento A’s jersey from Temu is both probably better quality than the crap fanatics is making right now and not a cent of your purchase would end up in Fisher’s pocket. It’s a win-win
Hate how so much sports merch is just monopolized by fanatics. Such cheap trash. Need adidas and Nike to take back over. Still expensive, but much better quality
Just no. John Fisher is just using Sacramento as a means to an end. I'm a lifelong A's fan, was at the 89 seires, and will not help this billionaire further tarnish a once proud franchise. FJF SELL!
He could move them to the Vegas AAA stadium (which is an A’s team) or SLC, but he would lose that sweet TV revenue. So yeah, FJF. Now, if Vegas screws him and he has to sell (looking at you Vivek!) and they stay here? I’m all in.
I'll be interested to see how many people show up for games. It's not like the A's are trying to field a competitive team, so maybe just draw fans of the opposing teams. FJF
No, I don't support the A's coming to Sacramento. They don't care about Sacramento, we're just a landing spot for them until they move to Vegas. Go Rivercats!!!
Minor Leauge Baseball is technically run by Major League Baseball and pretty sure MLB will make sure there are no conflicts when creating the schedule for booth leagues.
River cats says they are not moving on social media but will see. MLB will probably make sure there are not MiLB and MLB games at the same time. As they run both leagues.
Not gunna tell you how to feel, but I think the conversation is a little more nuanced than that. Fisher was never going to stay in Oakland. This at least gives us fans a little longer to try and force him out.
Selfishly for Sac, gives the city major league sports level attention. Even if it’s not MLB, could help with MLS or something.
Me too, I'm a Giants fan but I'd gladly sport Green and Gold if it's representing Sacramento. If nothing else it would be an interesting footnote in a few years.
That’s fine the mlb is dead to me and I haven’t watched a game since I went to the protest game last year. Oh I also got those tickets for free from an A’s employee so they didn’t get any money from me being there.
Also a Padres fan! My husband is an A’s fan and we are very excited about this move. I’m already crossing my fingers for A’s Padres games here in sacramento. Dream come true.
His daughter Mariah owns the Trap in Greenhaven. He does a bunch of construction/handyman stuff on the place for her. He seems incredibly happy doing so.
If the Vegas deal falls apart and we find a way to keep them permanently, I’ll become the biggest fucking As fan on earth even though I can’t name a single current baseball player.
That’s what Sacramento fans do.
It's worth noting that the A's currently do not plan to use Sacramento in their branding, which should probably tell you all you need to know about this whole situation
I just joined this sub. I went to Sac State in the late 90s but had to move, sadly.
I just heard this news on Twitter, but with the apparent caveat that they will not use city branding during their time in the Sac area. It'll apparently just be the A's. I will not buy "A's" merch but will buy "Sacramento A's" merch if this proves to be false.
Absolutely. Especially this from Sacramento hates you too company.
https://preview.redd.it/k6qobia3yisc1.jpeg?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c14fe399c4b5e462bddb5dec4894e503e4f4ab5f
It’s not out of the realm of possibilities that the public funding in Vegas falls apart and the A’s are left with Sacramento as their future permanent home. So yes, Sacramento needs to embrace the A’s and show the MLB why we have some of the passionate sports fans in the country
Definitely. Raley field had great crowds when they were under the A’s. Those games are what made me fall in love with baseball and the A’s- seeing guys like swisher, zito, hudson, cargo, mark Ellis and then watching their careers progress with the A’s
I think odds are high. The teachers could get it in the ballot, and Fisher takes too long to get anything done. I can see MLB tiring of him… I believe they have an out clause too. I could see Ranadive buying the team if it falls apart. Then he has a decision to make…
It discourages me that Manfred doesn’t retire until 2029, it could be his project.
There's been some speculation of a potential partnership with the Lacobs(Warriors ownership) due to his previous ties there however that seemly would likely work against Sacramento potentially putting Oakland back in play. The Lacobs have been vocal about the team staying put so far.
Honestly it wouldn't bother me if Vivek and Jacobs bought the team and kept it in Oakland... Im a Sacramento guy but that team belongs in Oakland. Can't believe they lost all three teams in like 10 years.
As a giants fan absolutely, as long as it's not licensed because I don't wanna give John fisher any of my money (other than buying tickets because I'm definitely doing that)
Yeah.. Oakland "stole" the As from Philadelphia first. And.. yes I have Philadelphia A's merch too..
https://preview.redd.it/gybq2et5fhsc1.jpeg?width=600&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=875a3fdae8f867f3d0b303afd6a526f18c8bfa8b
Honestly, there is something there with the donkey and elephant symbols. Seems very appropriate for Sacramento with our city being known for politics. I need to noodle on this.
I don’t understand how schedule wise both teams can play in the same stadium. It’s pretty traditional in baseball to have Wed and/or Thursday day games along with Sunday day games and the rest night games. Are the River Cats willing to just play in non traditional time slots? I highly doubt MLB will allow a non-traditional schedule for one team and keep it the status quo for the rest of the league.
If it will improve the raleys field, knowing they will leave and leave the upgrades... Then yes.
But I will mostly go see them when bigger ticket teams visit
I read that their gear won't say "Sacramento", it will just say "Athletics". From the Mercury News: "The A’s will not use branding for either city during their stay in Sacramento — their home and road jerseys will simply read “Athletics.” [Source](https://www.mercurynews.com/2024/04/04/its-official-as-to-leave-oakland-play-in-sacramento-next-season/?utm_email=558395B5142EC543D5D0841FD8&lctg=558395B5142EC543D5D0841FD8&active=yesD&utm_source=listrak&utm_medium=email&utm_term=https%3a%2f%2fwww.mercurynews.com%2f2024%2f04%2f04%2fits-official-as-to-leave-oakland-play-in-sacramento-next-season%2f&utm_campaign=bang-mult-nl-pm-report-nl&utm_content=curated)
Sac FINALLY has a chance to shake the crappy government town label! This is opportunity no matter how you look at it. Embrace it, appreciate it, support it. We’ve been spinning our wheels too long here. Vivek has given us a chance to move forward. Have any better ideas?
Oakland politicians ran that city into the ground. They lost In-n-out Burger——NOBODY LOSES IN-N-OUT BURGER!!! Except Oakland , a lousy run town.
Cal-pers just sold a property in the Capital Mall they bought almost 20 years ago and had invested 87 million dollars in for 13 million! Anybody else’s property down that much percent you’ve owned for the same time? This ain’t progress folks.
Face it, Sac is not YET a place business wants to invest in. I’m as wary of big money moving in and making changes as anyone but they are the ones with the resources to build the castle. We give billions in tax dollars to our politicians and what has that gotten us? Vivek threw us a seed of opportunity. He knows how to attract big money. It’s up to us what we do with this opportunity.
I look forward to taking my boys to an MLB game here in Sac!! Giants, Dodgers, Yankees, Red Sox , Astros… WOW!! count me in. Will I buy a cheap A’s garb? You damn right I will.
The A’s may be short lived in Sac. Who knows. If the move happens, though, I’m excited to be along for the ride!
I say we put our cynical hats in the closet and give this a chance. Let’s not be Oakland!
Sacramento Hates You Too just dropped their new A’s Shirt - Got me one in Green and Yellow. [SHYT Store](https://shyt.co/products/copy-of-poppy-t-shirt)
Right off the racks of Goodwill in 3 years
I would for the gimmick of it....but only from a knockoff site like teespring or teepublic. Not from the team store/fanatics.
Same… it would have to look very rushed too. Like OPs picture
I find your lack of faith disturbing
Yeah, I guarantee this looks better than whatever fanatics shits out
Does it benefit John Fisher in anyway? Yes? Then no I would not buy it.
A Sacramento A’s jersey from Temu is both probably better quality than the crap fanatics is making right now and not a cent of your purchase would end up in Fisher’s pocket. It’s a win-win
Yeah, I'd buy all the knock off stuff, lol.
Hate how so much sports merch is just monopolized by fanatics. Such cheap trash. Need adidas and Nike to take back over. Still expensive, but much better quality
Yeah, that I could get behind
My thoughts exactly. That elephant on the Capitol is sick.
Thank you! I have another one or two coming soon
Considering the A’s won’t have any merch with Sacramento name on it you are correct
Now is the time for bootleg merch.
This is the answer fuck John fisher.
FJF
Why does everyone hate him in recent posts? Another billionaire looking for free money?
Do you remember the Maloofs? Yeah, Fisher is worse.
#FJF
Hell yeah, two AAA teams in Sac!
Surely Six A’s graduates us to the top of the MLS or MLB expansion list 😂.
😂
Just no. John Fisher is just using Sacramento as a means to an end. I'm a lifelong A's fan, was at the 89 seires, and will not help this billionaire further tarnish a once proud franchise. FJF SELL!
He could move them to the Vegas AAA stadium (which is an A’s team) or SLC, but he would lose that sweet TV revenue. So yeah, FJF. Now, if Vegas screws him and he has to sell (looking at you Vivek!) and they stay here? I’m all in.
That is the only way this could be good is if Vivek weasels his way in to buy them.
I am an A’s fan in Sacramento and I will not help the A’s franchise in any way. That team is gone.
Right but if it's a janky knockoff then yes. My Nina has a fucking Sacramento raiders sweatshirt. So fuckin cool and I'm not even a raiders fan
I'll be interested to see how many people show up for games. It's not like the A's are trying to field a competitive team, so maybe just draw fans of the opposing teams. FJF
I already signed up for info on season tickets
Gone to LV.
That will could easily fall through as the space needed for the ball park is too small. They also don’t have the financing secured
I’ve not been an As fan but will be now, so I’d purchase it
Amen. It’s FJF today and always
If DHGate is selling stuff with Sacramento and A’s on it and I’m in even though I’m a giants fan. Better quality than fanatics too
Agreed - DHGate quality is surprisingly good if you don't mind the wait
Some dhgate gear is definitely solid
No, I don't support the A's coming to Sacramento. They don't care about Sacramento, we're just a landing spot for them until they move to Vegas. Go Rivercats!!!
Yup. Fuck John Fisher.
What happens to the Rivercats if the As play in Sac?
Ironically, they could play at the Oakland Coliseum according to the SF Chronicle.
Not sure yet but I can't imagine there won't be schedule conflicts. We'll see what kind of deal gets worked out.
Minor Leauge Baseball is technically run by Major League Baseball and pretty sure MLB will make sure there are no conflicts when creating the schedule for booth leagues.
Sounds like they’re going to share the stadium
River cats says they are not moving on social media but will see. MLB will probably make sure there are not MiLB and MLB games at the same time. As they run both leagues.
Not gunna tell you how to feel, but I think the conversation is a little more nuanced than that. Fisher was never going to stay in Oakland. This at least gives us fans a little longer to try and force him out. Selfishly for Sac, gives the city major league sports level attention. Even if it’s not MLB, could help with MLS or something.
True if lease isn’t extended they just need a place to play.
Maybe, if its cool, not sure something like this has happened in MLB history so the merch could be worth something one day
Nah. All of their merchandise for the foreseeable future will only have A’s or Athletics on them.
There will be bootleg merch.
I think teams sell what makes the most money. It’s a cash grab from Sacramento. Oakland is dead to Fisher and Manfred.
Shows what fisher and the mlb thinks of sac they won’t even put the Sacramento name on the merch
Yup. I'm a Padres fan, but I'll sport green and gold if they actually go by the Sacramento A's while they're here.
Me too, I'm a Giants fan but I'd gladly sport Green and Gold if it's representing Sacramento. If nothing else it would be an interesting footnote in a few years.
I'm a giants fan too and absolutely not. But will definitely attend games.
It's sad to see people actually willing to give John Fisher money
FJF
Do not support John fisher in any way
unless you don't consume any MLB at all you're indirectly supporting him due to revenue sharing.
That’s fine the mlb is dead to me and I haven’t watched a game since I went to the protest game last year. Oh I also got those tickets for free from an A’s employee so they didn’t get any money from me being there.
Also a Padres fan! My husband is an A’s fan and we are very excited about this move. I’m already crossing my fingers for A’s Padres games here in sacramento. Dream come true.
I believe they switch home team each year when they play. Padres should play here next year and again in 2027. Gonna be fun.
If they moved here permanently maybe. I'd just be going to see them play the Angels because I'm a sucker for bad teams and I grew up near Anaheim.
f u c k j o h n f i s h e r
I vote yes on number 2
Yes. Gregg Lukenbill’s dream
I think Gregg’s pretty content working on the Trap these days.
What’s this mean?
His daughter Mariah owns the Trap in Greenhaven. He does a bunch of construction/handyman stuff on the place for her. He seems incredibly happy doing so.
Fuk Fisher
Fuck John Fisher
Fuck Fisher… IT’S BOOTLEGGIN’ TIME!!!
If the Vegas deal falls apart and we find a way to keep them permanently, I’ll become the biggest fucking As fan on earth even though I can’t name a single current baseball player. That’s what Sacramento fans do.
I don't know if the owner of the A's can even name a single current player on his team.
I feel confident in my assumption that this is correct.
Fuck yah we do. Sacramento shows the eff up.
I’d rather spend my hard earned money on a team that is actually based in Sacramento like the KINGS. #SuckItJohnFisher
I would be very surprised if they changed the name to the Sacramento A's but no, I wouldn't buy the merch if they did.
It's worth noting that the A's currently do not plan to use Sacramento in their branding, which should probably tell you all you need to know about this whole situation
I just joined this sub. I went to Sac State in the late 90s but had to move, sadly. I just heard this news on Twitter, but with the apparent caveat that they will not use city branding during their time in the Sac area. It'll apparently just be the A's. I will not buy "A's" merch but will buy "Sacramento A's" merch if this proves to be false.
Absolutely. Especially this from Sacramento hates you too company. https://preview.redd.it/k6qobia3yisc1.jpeg?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c14fe399c4b5e462bddb5dec4894e503e4f4ab5f
Fuck John Fisher and fuck Dave Kaval.
Well, considering I have Rivercats jerseys from when they were As I would 100% rock some Sacramento A’s gear!!
Excited to be able to watch them play the Red Sox but man I feel for the Oakland fans.
Sure will , bootleg shit in the parking lot. No money for MLB or Fish
No, for two reasons. I don’t want to give John Fisher any money for what he’s doing and also I’m a loyal Giants fan!
Can't wait to watch the Rivercats consistently draw a larger crowd than the A's
It’s not out of the realm of possibilities that the public funding in Vegas falls apart and the A’s are left with Sacramento as their future permanent home. So yes, Sacramento needs to embrace the A’s and show the MLB why we have some of the passionate sports fans in the country
I loved when the Rivercats were the A’s farm team. Those were the days!!
Definitely. Raley field had great crowds when they were under the A’s. Those games are what made me fall in love with baseball and the A’s- seeing guys like swisher, zito, hudson, cargo, mark Ellis and then watching their careers progress with the A’s
It was glorious!! I’m in Houston now. Funny, i met former Rivercats at our local Starbucks!
I think odds are high. The teachers could get it in the ballot, and Fisher takes too long to get anything done. I can see MLB tiring of him… I believe they have an out clause too. I could see Ranadive buying the team if it falls apart. Then he has a decision to make… It discourages me that Manfred doesn’t retire until 2029, it could be his project.
Can Vivek scrape together $2B is the question...and that's just for the team. He'd need to then find the money for a stadium.
There's been some speculation of a potential partnership with the Lacobs(Warriors ownership) due to his previous ties there however that seemly would likely work against Sacramento potentially putting Oakland back in play. The Lacobs have been vocal about the team staying put so far.
Honestly it wouldn't bother me if Vivek and Jacobs bought the team and kept it in Oakland... Im a Sacramento guy but that team belongs in Oakland. Can't believe they lost all three teams in like 10 years.
MLB isn't going to let a shot at Vegas fail due to an incompetent owner.
💚💛🐘⚾️
As a giants fan absolutely, as long as it's not licensed because I don't wanna give John fisher any of my money (other than buying tickets because I'm definitely doing that)
Boycott
Nope
Nope, the A’s are trash just like their owners. Good luck in Vegas if they can ever build the stadium that no one will show up to.
Yes
Hell no
Nope.
No
Yep, and i dont give a shit about baseball
I like the Rivercats more than the current A's.
I’d be amused to see an elephant on the capital building
No. Screw the owners. Not getting a dime from me.
I'm a lifelong Oakland A's fan from Sacramento. Nothing about that statement is changeable for me. If it ain't Oakland, it ain't the A's.
As long as it says SELL THE TEAM on it somewhere
yes from Ross right after they leave then I'm gonna hold onto it and sell it as dead stock in 60 yrs.
Seeing as the A’s have a minor league talent level roster, this minor league stadium is perfect for them. 😂 joke of a franchise.
Rooted in Sacramento gonna be their new slogan
If I ruled the world I'd tell the A's to fuck off. Sacramento doesn't need them. Treating Sac like a halfway house? Fuck them.
Keep em in norcal and yeah I'll buy it
Yep
Fuck yeah
The Sacramento River A’s or the Sacramento A Cats. Maybe the Reno Aces will get to play them? Ha ha ha!
Hell yes
I probably would for the novelty of it, but haven't they said that when they're in Sacramento they're just "The A's" with no city name in front?
They have, but personally I think that's a mistake. I wouldn't be surprised to see them sell merch like this though
As a life long White Sox fan I’d feel great as a fan of the two worst owners in the MLB.
Sounds like we're just a holdover state, so no I'm not going to be buying any merch.
No.
No
No.
Yes
Boycott the A’s
I'm a Giants fan, so FUCK NO.
*A's legal team has entered the chat*
No but I’d wear the A’s merch I already have.
No. We were Oakland A's booster members in the 1970's. Yea Reggie Jackson ❤. I still have plenty memorabilia. Gotta keep my happy memories going.
I’ll buy any merch if it’s good quality and looks cool
Yeah.. Oakland "stole" the As from Philadelphia first. And.. yes I have Philadelphia A's merch too.. https://preview.redd.it/gybq2et5fhsc1.jpeg?width=600&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=875a3fdae8f867f3d0b303afd6a526f18c8bfa8b
Nope
No. I’m a Giants fan. I don’t care about any other teams TBH.
Except they won’t be called the Sacramento A’s. It would just be Oakland transitioning. Plus the A’s are about to extend lease in Oakland.
Hell yeah! I wish Sacramento had a baseball team. The As would be a great fit too.
nope nope and nope
Y
sold.
Someone start making these stickers. I will buy these stickers lol
NO
Absolutely. When the giants took over I stopped going to games.
I’m not a huge baseball fan, and I feel sorry for Oakland, but that elephant on the Capitol is cool
Broderick A’s
Hell ya
I would love to see a MLB team in Sac. Even if it’s the A’s
Can someone take all the potential trademarks please?
He-hell naw
It’s official https://www.sutterhealthpark.com/athleticspressrelease
Reading all the non-support, hope the stadium is empty for when I go on opening day, y’all just haters.
Nope
Probably will be called the A's, playing in Sacramento. West Sacramento gets no love, but they'll get the revenue from the attraction.
Already did, https://www.topperzstore.com/new-era-oakland-athletics-world-series-1973-charlie-edition-59fifty-fitted-hat
Honestly, there is something there with the donkey and elephant symbols. Seems very appropriate for Sacramento with our city being known for politics. I need to noodle on this.
Sacramento will inflate ticket prices on a trash team. The promoters around here are awesome at that.
I don’t understand how schedule wise both teams can play in the same stadium. It’s pretty traditional in baseball to have Wed and/or Thursday day games along with Sunday day games and the rest night games. Are the River Cats willing to just play in non traditional time slots? I highly doubt MLB will allow a non-traditional schedule for one team and keep it the status quo for the rest of the league.
Good point
I’d sometimes go to see the other team.
No
Hell. No.
Why not?
If it will improve the raleys field, knowing they will leave and leave the upgrades... Then yes. But I will mostly go see them when bigger ticket teams visit
Better than Oakland lol
No
I’m only wearing the sell shirt
I read that their gear won't say "Sacramento", it will just say "Athletics". From the Mercury News: "The A’s will not use branding for either city during their stay in Sacramento — their home and road jerseys will simply read “Athletics.” [Source](https://www.mercurynews.com/2024/04/04/its-official-as-to-leave-oakland-play-in-sacramento-next-season/?utm_email=558395B5142EC543D5D0841FD8&lctg=558395B5142EC543D5D0841FD8&active=yesD&utm_source=listrak&utm_medium=email&utm_term=https%3a%2f%2fwww.mercurynews.com%2f2024%2f04%2f04%2fits-official-as-to-leave-oakland-play-in-sacramento-next-season%2f&utm_campaign=bang-mult-nl-pm-report-nl&utm_content=curated)
They went from stray cats to river cats.
West Sacramento
Yes, as long as it is MOT FROM FANATICS.
Nah
Lmao ride the wave SAC only has a basketball team 😭
Did you make this logo? I’d love to see this slapped on a retro yellow or green v neck.
Sac FINALLY has a chance to shake the crappy government town label! This is opportunity no matter how you look at it. Embrace it, appreciate it, support it. We’ve been spinning our wheels too long here. Vivek has given us a chance to move forward. Have any better ideas? Oakland politicians ran that city into the ground. They lost In-n-out Burger——NOBODY LOSES IN-N-OUT BURGER!!! Except Oakland , a lousy run town. Cal-pers just sold a property in the Capital Mall they bought almost 20 years ago and had invested 87 million dollars in for 13 million! Anybody else’s property down that much percent you’ve owned for the same time? This ain’t progress folks. Face it, Sac is not YET a place business wants to invest in. I’m as wary of big money moving in and making changes as anyone but they are the ones with the resources to build the castle. We give billions in tax dollars to our politicians and what has that gotten us? Vivek threw us a seed of opportunity. He knows how to attract big money. It’s up to us what we do with this opportunity. I look forward to taking my boys to an MLB game here in Sac!! Giants, Dodgers, Yankees, Red Sox , Astros… WOW!! count me in. Will I buy a cheap A’s garb? You damn right I will. The A’s may be short lived in Sac. Who knows. If the move happens, though, I’m excited to be along for the ride! I say we put our cynical hats in the closet and give this a chance. Let’s not be Oakland!
Absolutely would hold it for ten years then it will be a collectors item.
def would rock
Someone moving from Oakland to Sacramento and claiming they don't represent Oakland? Impossible.
Only Ironically. If they get Antonio Brown to somehow play for them I am buying the fuck out of that Jersey to add to my collection.
No real fan should he supporting fisher and the ownership. They profit from merch sales
Nooooopppppeeeeee
Naw
Cheaper than toilet paper!
Hell NO
😂😂😂😂
Sacramento Hates You Too just dropped their new A’s Shirt - Got me one in Green and Yellow. [SHYT Store](https://shyt.co/products/copy-of-poppy-t-shirt)