San Jose city council approves deal to keep the Sharks in the city until 2051

The San Jose City Council unanimously approved a $325 million renovation deal for the SAP Center, ensuring the Sharks will remain in the city until 2051, with team owner Hasso Plattner contributing an additional $100 million. The agreement includes penalties for leaving before the lease expires and plans for a new arena by September 2027, reaffirming the Sharks’ commitment to San Jose since their establishment in 1991.

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