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A's president Marc Badain (left) and A's manager Mark Kotsay (right) have two very different jobs, but their personable demeanors make them good choices to help the franchise transition to Las Vegas in 2028. Photo illustration: Hugh Byrne/LVSportsBiz.com

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They Hold Very Different Jobs But Their Similar Personable Styles Help Marc and Mark Guide Athletics’ Transition To Las Vegas

June 18, 2026June 19, 2026 Alan Snel Chris Caray, Dave Kaval, Jacob Wilson, John Fisher, Marc Badain, Mark Kotsay, Steve Hill, Tyler Soderstrom

    By Alan Snel, LVSportsBiz.com Publisher-Writer LAS VEGAS, Nevada — They are the Marx Brothers of the A’s, two

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With Las Vegas Locals Making An Average $70K A Year, Can They Afford Vegas’ High End Sports Prices?

July 9, 2025July 10, 2025 Alan Snel Dave Kaval, John Fisher, Marc Badain

By Alan Snel, LVSportsBiz.com Publisher-Writer LAS VEGAS, Nevada — The sports options in Las Vegas seem endless. But for Las Vegas,

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A’s To Open ‘Experience Center’ In Vegas Southwest Valley To Allow Fans To Check Out Ticket Options, Stadium Model; 30 Premium Fan Areas In Ballpark On Strip

April 30, 2025April 30, 2025 Alan Snel Dave Kaval, Don Logan, John Fisher, Marc Badain, Mark Davis, Mary Beth Sewald, Sandy Dean

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Former Raiders president Marc Badain Photo credit: J. Tyge O'Donnell/LVSportsBiz.com

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Back To The Future: Former Raiders President Marc Badain Who Helped Build NFL Stadium In Las Vegas Named A’s President

March 6, 2025March 6, 2025 Alan Snel Dave Kaval, John Fisher, Marc Badain, Sandy Dean, Tim Leiweke

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Some A's fans are now wearing the Las Vegas hat. Photos for this story: Hugh Byrne/LVSportsBiz.com

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Athletics Working On Radio Broadcast Plans For Las Vegas As A’s Prep To Play First Season In Sacramento

February 15, 2025February 15, 2025 Alan Snel Chris Caray, Dave Kaval, Johnny Doskow, Ken Korach, Sandy Dean, Soo Kim

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A’s President Dave Kaval Resigns After Eight Years, Guided Relocation To Las Vegas; Sandy Dean Serves As Interim Team President; Team Still Aims For Stadium Groundbreaking On Strip In 2025 Q2

December 27, 2024December 27, 2024 Alan Snel Dave Kaval, John Fisher, Sandy Dean

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Stadium board meeting today. Credit: Jeremy Koo

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A’s Hit Stadium Agreement Milestones In Las Vegas Thursday After MLB Team Signs Pitcher To Three-Year, $67 Million Deal

December 5, 2024December 6, 2024 Alan Snel Dave Kaval, John Fisher, Luis Severino, Marc Badain, Sandy Dean, Steve Hill

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After A’s Play Last Game In Oakland, Tropicana Hotel Implosion On Deck For Early Wednesday Morning To Build MLB Ballpark On Strip

October 7, 2024October 8, 2024 Alan Snel Dave Kaval, John Fisher

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‘Dressed For A Funeral’: Day Of Pain, Anger, Bitterness, Sadness For A’s Fans Saying Goodbye To Major League Baseball In Oakland Thursday

September 26, 2024 Alan Snel Dave Kaval, Eric Chavez, Frank Robinson, Joe Morgan, John Fisher, Josh Donaldson, Matt Chapman, Reggie Jackson, Rickey Henderson, Sal Bando, Vada Pinson, Vida Blue

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Sorrowful, Painful Goodbye For A’s Fans As Oakland Faithful Attend Final Games At Coliseum This Week Before A’s Open New Stadium On Strip in 2028

September 23, 2024September 23, 2024 Alan Snel Dave Kaval, John Fisher

By Alan Snel, LVSportsBiz.com Publisher-Writer OAKLAND, California — Stadiums are absolutely fascinating places. Where else do people with varied backgrounds from

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