
The A’s Leave Oakland, ESPN’s Latest Shocker, and Million-Dollar Picks With Logan Murdock, Bryan Curtis, and Joe House
The Bill Simmons Podcast
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The Complex Dynamics of Sports Ownership
This chapter examines the detrimental effects of poor ownership in professional sports, particularly focusing on the case of teams leaving Oakland. It explores the emotional and economic stakes involved in public funding for stadiums, questioning the priorities of local governments and the impact of gentrification on communities. The discussion emphasizes the challenges of maintaining local identity amidst the departure of beloved teams and the evolving landscape of sports franchises.
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