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Oakland Athletics Open Season in Sacramento with a Loss to Cubs

Oakland Athletics Open Season in Sacramento with a Loss to Cubs

The Oakland Athletics kicked off their 2025 season at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento, marking a significant shift from their traditional home. The opening game, however, did not go as planned, with the A's suffering a heavy defeat against the Chicago Cubs, conceding 18 runs in a blowout loss. This game set a challenging tone for the season ahead, as the team adjusts to their temporary new home.

Fans in Sacramento showed up in numbers to support the A's on opening day, reflecting a mix of excitement and curiosity about the team's future. The Athletics' move to Sacramento is seen as a brief stop before a more permanent relocation, a situation that manager Mark Kotsay and the team are embracing with optimism despite the initial setback.

The game against the Cubs was a stark reminder of the challenges the A's face this season. As they navigate through this transitional period, the team's performance and fan support will be crucial in shaping their path forward.

Detailed A's first game in West Sacramento welcomes baseball fans

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Why are the athletics playing in Sacramento?

ABC7's Larry Beil gives his passionate reaction. The Athletics will play in Sacramento for the next few seasons while they wait for their new ballpark in Las Vegas to be built. The A's will share a minor league stadium with the Sacramento River Cats, who are the AAA affiliate of the San Francisco Giants.

How many seats are at Sutter Health Park?

The clubhouses in Sutter Health Park -- the home of the Athletics for at least the next three seasons -- are located beyond the wall in left-center field, the stadium holds about 14,000 people, and the designated interview room is a corrugated metal shed down the left-field line.

Where are the Oakland A's playing?

Last year, the A's left Oakland after 57 seasons. They'll play in West Sacramento until shifting to their permanent home in Las Vegas. Hear from their first home game in their new city.

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