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At first glance, it seems counterintuitive for franchises to abandon a thriving, demographically rich area with a deep-seated sports culture. With a population of over 7.7 million and a robust economy, the Bay Area appears ripe for maintaining its teams. However, as geographic and logistical factors come into play, the situation becomes clearer. The Bay Area’s unique layout presents challenges that are not as apparent in other major metropolitan areas.