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Nashville Leads MLB Expansion Vote; Portland Close Behind

3/4/2026

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The Athletic surveyed fans and found that Nashville is the preferred MLB expansion city with 73% support.
Portland and Salt Lake City compete for the second franchise, drawing 47% and 30% of votes.
Despite analysts labeling Salt Lake City a frontrunner, fans prefer Portland.
The Miller Company in Salt Lake City plans a $3.5 billion development with a stadium, targeting completion by 2032.

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Story summary

The Athletic surveyed fans and found that Nashville is the preferred MLB expansion city with 73% support.
Portland and Salt Lake City compete for the second franchise, drawing 47% and 30% of votes.
Despite analysts labeling Salt Lake City a frontrunner, fans prefer Portland.
The Miller Company in Salt Lake City plans a $3.5 billion development with a stadium, targeting completion by 2032.