The Oakland Athletics are set to relocate their home games to Sacramento starting in 2025, following their last season in Oakland, while they await the completion of a new ballpark in Las Vegas.

The Athletics will officially play on natural grass at their temporary ballpark in Sacramento, addressing concerns about heat-related issues associated with synthetic turf.

All parties involved have agreed to proceed with the natural grass field for the Athletics' Opening Day on March 31, 2025.

Field surface consultant Murray Cook confirmed that a natural grass surface is feasible at Sutter Health Park, which has maintained grass since its opening in 2000.

A new clubhouse is currently under construction for the Athletics, featuring a locker room, weight room, and training room, alongside renovations to dugouts and bullpens.

A league spokesperson emphasized the importance of collaboration with the MLB Players' Association to ensure player safety and preferences regarding playing conditions.

The A's can extend their stay in Sacramento for an additional season if their new ballpark in Las Vegas is not completed on time, with plans to move to Las Vegas in 2028.

In a collaborative decision involving MLB, the Athletics, and Sutter Health Park officials, the team will utilize a natural grass field instead of synthetic turf, prioritizing player safety and preferences.

Sacramento recorded its hottest 20-day stretch in June and July 2023, averaging 103.8 degrees, highlighting the need for safer playing conditions.

Initially, MLB planned to install artificial turf at Sutter Health Park, but faced significant pushback from the MLB Players' Association due to concerns over high summer temperatures, which can reach up to 115 degrees Fahrenheit.

MLB plans to renovate Sutter Health Park's facilities, including clubhouses and dugouts, to enhance the player experience ahead of the 2025 season.

Sutter Health Park, which has a seating capacity of about 10,500, will host the Athletics' games and is also home to the San Francisco Giants' Triple-A affiliate, the River Cats.