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Finley’s flip-flopping preferences and chaotic leadership could have spelled disaster for Kansas City, but the outcome ultimately turned out to be beneficial. His disdain for the city culminated in the realization that Kansas City not only deserved but needed a stable franchise. Today, the Royals continue to be a mainstay in the MLB, a stark contrast to the uncertainty the A’s faced in their earlier years in Kansas City.
A Look Toward the Future
As we reflect on this relocation saga, questions arise about the potential for similar stories in the current landscape of professional sports. With increased challenges in securing stadium deals, attracting fans, and retaining teams, the struggles of the past echo in today’s environment.