Sayonara Sarasota?
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'07-'08 Hot Stove
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By River Otter
The Goodyear City Council will vote on an agreement on Monday night (January 28th) that would require both the City of Goodyear and the Reds to negotiate exclusively with each other regarding Goodyear's spring training facility and the Reds future spring training plans. Assuming the agreement is approved, and both sides sign the agreement, it makes it unlikely the Reds will remain in Sarasota. I think Sarasota County will regret its decision not to spend its tourism taxes (which it's required to spend on projects that promote tourism) on the Ed if the Reds end up in Arizona.
H/t to CTR.
1/28/08 UPDATE: The exclusivity agreement has been signed, sealed, and delivered.
2 Responses to Sayonara Sarasota?
Just heard Mr. Casti speak to the Hamilton Chamber of commerce and he was non-committal although he gave the "hot scoop" about the 90 day exclusivity agreement. I REALLY don't think he wants to leave FL, but if you try to be objective it's a MUCH better deal. So it's an hour longer flight?!
I agree that economically it makes sense for the Reds to move to Arizona. I certainly wouldn't blame Castinelli if they make the move. However, as someone with three kids, I'm more likely to attend some spring training games if they stay in Florida.
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