With mounds of dirt, construction vehicles and the exact location where home plate will be at the new Athletics ballpark serving as the backdrop, team owner John Fisher stood in front of a large gathering with one message: “We are Vegas’ team.

(The Center Square) — Las Vegas has “broken ground” on the still unconfirmed $1.75 billion Athletics baseball stadium.

Explore BIG's groundbreaking A's Ballpark, featuring a design inspired by Las Vegas and baseball heritage, set to open in 2028.