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The staggering budget for the Las Vegas stadium has raised eyebrows. With baseball stadiums increasingly being built at astronomical costs, the A's find themselves in challenging territory. It becomes particularly concerning when one considers the broader context—teams like the Tampa Bay Rays are also grappling with similar budget overruns, potentially delaying their own plans until 2029.
For Las Vegas, the stadium financing faces scrutiny; the financial institutions are reluctant to back a project where potential revenue streams appear insufficient to offset the debt incurred for such a significant investment. With 81 home games spread throughout the season, even an optimistic sell-out every game seems like an improbable dream.