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Despite its potential, the city of Omaha has a population of just under a million people. This could present challenges in terms of drawing enough fans to fill a sizable stadium for each home game. Major League franchises typically thrive in larger markets, raising concerns about the long-term sustainability of a relocated team.
Move Logistics
Moving a team to Omaha also raises questions about housing and the logistics surrounding relocation. Additionally, the move would represent a geographic shift, positioning the Rays closer to the heart of the American League Central rather than the East, which could complicate future alignments or scheduling.