When Teams Leave: The Fallout Of Franchise Relocation: Book on professional sports teams, relocations, teams moving to other cities. Perfect birthday or holiday gift.

by Brian Lee Young

When Teams The Fallout of Franchise Relocation

All things professional sports franchises. When Teams The Fallout of Franchise Relocation is a compelling guide that explores the history, causes, and consequences of professional sports franchise relocations across North America.

From heartbreak to heated debates, this book sheds light on what happens when teams uproot—from the ripple effects on cities and fans to the financial and political battles behind the scenes. Whether you're a lifelong sports fan or just curious about the business behind the games, this book offers insights and stories that hit home.

This When Teams The Fallout of Franchise Relocation book

Over 60 pages

Suitable for adults, teens, and older children

6 x 9 inches (15.24 x 22.86 cm)

The perfect preoccupation for travel, road trips, camping, airline flights, or wait times

The perfect birthday gift or holiday gift for sports fans and curious minds alike

Kindle Edition

Published October 14, 2025

Reviews

[heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Teams Leave: The Fallout of Franchise Relocation by Brian Young is an insightful and engaging look into one of the most emotional and controversial aspects of professional sports,the relocation of franchises. Through a mix of history, analysis, and storytelling, Young examines why teams move, how those decisions are made, and what happens to the cities and fans left behind. The book captures both the business realities and the human cost of relocation, revealing the tension between loyalty, profit, and identity that defines modern sports. Clear, accessible, and timely, this work will resonate with sports enthusiasts, community advocates, and anyone interested in the intersection of passion and power in athletics.