BTS’ Suga Becomes First-Ever K-Pop Star Shareholder, Joins MLB’s Chan Ho Park in Oakland Athletics Ownership
- lewishooper1
- Aug 2
- 2 min read
A historic first! BTS' Suga joins legendary Korean baseball icon, Chan Ho Park, as an Oakland Athletics shareholder! This marks K-pop's entry into Major League Baseball ownership. Here are all the exciting details!
K-Pop Icon Suga, MLB Legend Chan Ho Park Invest in A's Vegas Relocation
BTS's Suga and former MLB star Chan Ho Park are investing heavily in the Athletics (formerly known as the Oakland Athletics). This baseball club is well known for its inspiration behind the 2011 Hollywood film, Moneyball. However, the heyday did not last forever, as this once industry-leading team is now at the bottom of the American League West Division, hence their need for a cash injection.
It has been confirmed that both stars are joining a USD 70 million fund to back the franchise's move from Oakland to Las Vegas.
This investment will also support the construction of a new, $1.75 billion stadium, aiming to give the team a fresh start. According to investment banking sources on Friday, Suga and Park will acquire new shares, securing an estimated 2-3% stake in the team.
K-Pop Sensation Suga & Baseball Legend Chan Ho Park: A New Era for the A's in Asia
In addition to Suga and Chan Ho Park, they are also backed by highly successful Korean bankers and entrepreneurs. This high profile involvement shows the teams commitment in expanding their brand abroad, and as a result focusing in on connections within the Asian market, especially Korea.
Of course, Suga, a member of our very own global sensation BTS, is a huge baseball fan himself. His passion for the sport combined with Park's legendary status is generating massive excitement about the team, their move and the backing behind them.
Industry insiders are already buzzing about the marketing, content, and fan engagement synergies this investment in the MLB underdog will create. There's also growing speculation that the Athletics might start scouting Korean talent, which would be an incredible way to further build their fan base right here in Korea. This could truly open doors for more Korean players to shine on the MLB stage! With Korean baseball’s growing popularity and BTS’s worldwide influence, the partnership could help the franchise reach new audiences while honring the sport’s international connections. It is no secret that Suga is a fan of the Korean baseball team Samsung Lions.
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