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A pivotal moment came when MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred had a meeting with Oakland's mayor, Sheng Thao. The mayor's engagement in football negotiations reflects a proactive attempt to resolve the longstanding stadium issues that have plagued the A's for over a decade. Contrary to the commissioner’s earlier assertions claiming no offer had been made to keep the A's in Oakland, reports now suggest that formal proposals do exist, and they could be more favorable than any potential Las Vegas deal.