Wilson voiced his support for the move on Twitter after learning about the Athletics’ visit to Portland in the near future. Portland + @MLB Oakland A’s = Winning Formula #PNW," Wilson wrote. Wilson and Ciara are investors and co-owners of the Portland Diamond Project (PDP), which is pushing to get a franchise in the city. "PDP can confirm that we have engaged in talks with the Athletics, and plans for a visit by team officials are underway. The Athletics were founded in 1901 in Philadelphia and were a charter franchise of the then-new American League.

Source: Fox News May 25, 2021 00:11 UTC