Elephant Rumblings: Fisher to pay tax if A’s are sold before 2034

Nov 20 2023 by Athletics Nation

 
Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

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I’ve heard some fans speculate that A’s owner John Fisher may want to flip the team once they find a new home, hoping his franchise’s value will be bolstered by moving into a shiny, publicly subsidized new stadium.

However, Bob Nightengale at USA Today reported that the league’s approval of the A’s relocation plan came with strings attached, including sizable penalties if Fisher sells the team in...

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