Pursuit Of Expos Is Heating Up As Suitors Sweeten The Pot

News from over the weekend saw a number of suitors ramp up their efforts to land the Expos. DC Mayor Anthony Williams is calling MLB's bluff, as he is ready to submit a proposal for a fully-funded $340M ballpark at the RFK Stadium site despite objections from members of the DC Council. Meanwhile, Bobcats Owner Bob Johnson has thrown his hat in the ring, endorsing (and possibly joining) the Norfolk bid. Additionally, the Expos' San Juan host, Antonio Munoz, has proposed a full 81-game "trial relocation" next season.

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