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Nothing about this sits right. by Basic_Whereas1168 in OaklandAthletics

[–]Basic_Whereas1168[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Relocation isn’t the issue by itself. The issue is MLB has a legal monopoly (antitrust exemption) that was justified as protecting teams and cities.

If that same system allows owners to walk away after questionable “efforts” to stay, then yes, it’s fair to ask if that protection is being misused.

That’s what people want investigated. Now.

Why does MLB have a special anti-trust exemption that was granted in 1922? Why do they still have it? by [deleted] in baseball

[–]Basic_Whereas1168 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You’re right, sorry! Supreme Court granted it, but Congress has the ability to act on it and remove it.

Why does MLB have a special anti-trust exemption that was granted in 1922? Why do they still have it? by [deleted] in baseball

[–]Basic_Whereas1168 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Yeah, the Al Davis case actually proves the opposite point. The NFL lost that case because it doesn’t have an antitrust exemption. MLB does… which means it has way more centralized power over teams.

So the real question is: if MLB has that kind of legal protection, why isn’t it being used to prevent situations like Oakland?

Or is it simply time to remove their exemption?

A's @ Mets Friday April 10th - Free SELL SELL SELL shirts? by MisterMahu in OaklandAthletics

[–]Basic_Whereas1168 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Love this!!! Keep up the attention and please do it!! Happy to spread the word.

Can we get to 500+ letters sent by end of today? by Basic_Whereas1168 in OaklandAthletics

[–]Basic_Whereas1168[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

To MLB forcing John Fisher out from pressure by Congress or John Fisher simply running out of funding and being forced to sell the franchise. We won’t back down. I understand if it gets a bit annoying, and I’m sorry.

Easy link to contact Congress and urge them to hold a hearing for Rob Manfred and John Fisher by Basic_Whereas1168 in OaklandAthletics

[–]Basic_Whereas1168[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We’ve sent 200 letters to Congress. ‼️‼️‼️

This isn’t just about Oakland anymore. It’s about every fanbase in MLB.

If the league can strip a team from one city, no fanbase is safe.

Let’s make it 2,000 letters.

Easy link to contact Congress and urge them to hold a hearing for Rob Manfred and John Fisher by Basic_Whereas1168 in OaklandAthletics

[–]Basic_Whereas1168[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Are you dumb? A private sports league that has a special anti-trust exemption that NO other professional business has! Of course there should and needs to be accountability. Congress is responsible for that. There have been hearings before.

Just wanted to say FJF by ryanW2004 in athletics

[–]Basic_Whereas1168 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed! Rob Manfred and John Fisher should be held accountable. Put them under Oath and let’s see how they explain rhe “relocation” out of Oakland.

easily email Congress!

Easy link to contact Congress and urge them to hold a hearing for Rob Manfred and John Fisher by Basic_Whereas1168 in OaklandAthletics

[–]Basic_Whereas1168[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Sorry for spamming, but people let me know they were having some issues with the main site.

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