The Oakland Athletics are set to begin a season in a minor-league park in Sacramento, facing uncertainty over a potential permanent move to Las Vegas. Owner John Fisher's comments about building a winning team contrast sharply with the team's recent performance and lack of financial commitment, as they continue to rank near the bottom in payroll. Despite this, the A's have made some moves to improve, including retaining key players like Brent Rooker and Lawrence Butler. Yet projections suggest they have virtually no chance of winning the AL West, with a 0% division title probability. Fisher's approach raises questions about the franchise's future amid ongoing turmoil.