The MLB Players Association agrees to allow the Expos to play 22 of its home games in Puerto Rico. In an effort to increase overall attendance, the team will play three homestands at San Juan’s Hiram Bithorn Stadium but still will host 59 contests at Olympic Stadium in Montreal.

On December 6, 2002 — The MLB Players Association agrees to allow the Expos to play 22 of its home games in Puerto Rico. In an effort to increase overall attendance, the team will play three homestands at San Juan’s Hiram Bithorn Stadium but still will host 59 contests at Olympic Stadium in Montreal.

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