MLB Expansion: Salt Lake City and Portland in the Running
Major League Baseball's potential expansion has sparked debate among sports analysts, with many predicting one team will be added in the east and one in the west.
Salt Lake City and Portland, Oregon are considered top contenders for the western team, with
“For me, it’s Salt Lake City and Portland,”according to John Canzano, a sports journalist and radio show host in Oregon, who adds
“I think they’re underserved markets.”
Canzano believes Portland would be a great fit for an MLB team, but acknowledges that Salt Lake City might have an edge, stating
“If this is a marathon, and it feels like one to me, Salt Lake City is ahead,”citing the city's established ownership group as a significant advantage.
Author's summary: Salt Lake City and Portland compete for MLB expansion team.
- Salt Lake City and Portland are top contenders for the western MLB expansion team
- Both cities are considered underserved markets
- Salt Lake City's ownership group gives it an edge in the competition