The Nevada Senate has approved a $380 million public funding bill for a new Oakland Athletics stadium in Las Vegas, a significant step towards the team's potential relocation. This development comes as A's fans staged a "reverse boycott" at the Oakland Coliseum, demonstrating their desire for new ownership that would keep the team in the Bay Area.

Fans are protesting current owner John Fisher, who maintains MLB's lowest payroll, and are hoping for an owner willing to invest in Oakland. However, the organization seems determined to move to Las Vegas, and the passed bill marks a crucial advancement in their plans. The bill includes amendments addressing concerns from Nevada lawmakers about using taxpayer money for the project. It now requires approval from a 42-person assembly and Governor Joe Lombardo's signature to become law. Lombardo has expressed support for bringing an MLB team to Las Vegas, joining the Raiders and the Golden Knights.

Despite the team's struggles and last-place standing in MLB attendance, the reverse boycott drew a large crowd, with fans chanting "Sell the team" and "Stay in Oakland!" The A's have been in decline since their 2020 ALDS appearance, with a worsening record and low payroll under current management. Owner John Fisher, whose family founded Gap Inc., has a substantial net worth, further fueling fan frustration.

While MLB owners are reportedly ready to approve the relocation if the Nevada Assembly gives the green light, Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao has indicated progress on a waterfront stadium project at Howard Terminal, contingent on Fisher selling the team. Fisher's current focus is on a proposed 30,000-seat stadium in Las Vegas, which would be the smallest in MLB, located at the Tropicana Hotel site.

A's fans made a final plea on Tuesday night, demonstrating their loyalty and hoping for a change in ownership that would keep the team in Oakland.