Athletics president Dave Kaval to resign as team prepares for Las Vegas move

abc7news.com December 27, 2024, 08:01 PM UTC

Dave Kaval, president of the Oakland Athletics, will resign on December 31 after eight years with the team. He led the organization through its planned move to Las Vegas, where a new stadium is set to be built. Kaval's resignation follows the approval of key documents for a $1.75 billion stadium on the Las Vegas Strip. Sandy Dean will serve as interim president while a search for a permanent replacement begins in 2025. The Athletics will play the next three seasons at a minor league park in West Sacramento, California. Kaval previously worked to improve fan experiences at the Oakland Coliseum before shifting focus to the Las Vegas relocation.


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