Edmonds Field
Sacramento, california
Major League Ballpark Study
A City Steeped in Baseball, Poised for the Big Leagues
From the early days of the Pacific Coast League, Sacramento has punched above its weight as a baseball town. Though the smallest market in the league, the city consistently led in attendance—proving that passion, not population, fills the seats. And with the Oakland A’s long in search of a new home, Sacramento has emerged as a compelling contender.
This proposal explores the transformative potential of anchoring a new Major League ballpark at the north edge of Downtown Sacramento—igniting a wave of urban revitalization rooted in the city’s storied past and bold future.
Inspired by the spirit of Edmonds Field—the beloved home of the Sacramento Solons—the design of the new Edmonds Field blurs the line between ballpark and city. The downtown skyline becomes the outfield’s backdrop. A wrought-iron fence along the left-field porch invites passersby a glimpse inside, evoking the charm of the old “knot-hole gangs.” And situated on the historic Southern Pacific Railyards, the site offers a rich opportunity to honor Sacramento’s legacy at the intersection of baseball, rail, and the rise of the American West.