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Mark Cuban's investment group buys a minority stake in the Athletics ahead of Las Vegas move
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by MARK ANDERSON, Associated Press , ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 23, 2026
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LAS VEGAS (AP) — An investment group that includes ex-Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has bought a minority stake in the Athletics in anticipation of their move to Las Vegas in 2028. Thursday's announcement by Harbinger Sports Group did not say what percentage of the Athletics it had acquired. ...
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Key takeaway Thursday's announcement by Harbinger Sports Group did not say what percentage of the Athletics it had acquired.
Why this matters in The McAllen
The involvement of Mark Cuban's investment group in the Athletics' ownership signals a new era for the team as it prepares to relocate to Las Vegas in 2028. For McAllen residents and sports fans in the Rio Grande Valley, this development may seem distant, but it underscores the shifting landscape of professional sports and their potential impact on local economies. As the Athletics make their move, it will be worth watching how their relocation affects the broader sports landscape and whether it has any ripple effects on the Valley's own sports scene. The Valley has a strong affinity for baseball, and any changes in the professional sports world could potentially influence local interest and investment in the sport.
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Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? LAS VEGAS (AP) — An investment group that includes ex-Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has bought a minority stake in the Athletics in anticipation of their move to Las Vegas in 2028. Thursday's announcement by Harbinger Sports Group did not say what percentage of the Athletics it had acquired. ...
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