Broadcasting legend says local baseball fans 'nervous' about Vancouver Canadians new U.S. owners

Legendary sports broadcaster Jim Robson said Vancouver baseball fans are “nervous” that the Vancouver Canadians are now owned by a company in New York.

Robson, who called baseball games at Nat Bailey Stadium starting in the 1950s, made the comments during a sponsorship announcement.

“The Vancouver fans are a little bit nervous. They want this franchise to stay. We all hope the new owners will fully appreciate the great history of baseball in the City of Vancouver and this great ballpark that is part of it,” he said. 

Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH) recently agreed to purchase the Vancouver Canadians from local businessmen Jake Kerr and Jeff Mooney. The April 4 announcement said DBH formed in

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