When did the football Giants leave New York?

The New York Football Giants ceased to exist following the 1975 season when they moved to Giants Stadium in New Jersey.

When did the New York Giants move to California?

May 28, 1957
May 28, 1957 CHICAGO-The Brooklyn Dodgers and the New York Giants received permission today from the National League to switch their respective bases of operation to Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Why did the Dodgers move from Brooklyn to Los Angeles?

Los Angeles Dodgers, American professional baseball team based in Los Angeles that plays in the National League (NL). In 1913 the team moved into Ebbets Field, an intimate ballpark that served as the home of the Dodgers until 1957. …

When did New York Giants move to San Francisco?

1958
Despite those high points, attendance at the Giants’ now legendary home, the Polo Grounds, lagged as the team continued to play in the Yankees’ shadow, so the franchise relocated to San Francisco in 1958, at the same time that the Dodgers moved from Brooklyn to Los Angeles.

Where did the SF Giants play in New York?

the Polo Grounds
During most of their 75 seasons in New York City, the Giants played home games at various incarnations of the Polo Grounds in Upper Manhattan.

Why did the Dodgers and Giants leave?

In spite of winning the World Series in 1954, the team could not draw fans as consistently as their Brooklyn rivals did. Owner Horace Stoneman thought the relocation to San Francisco would revitalize the team, but they continued to suffer from inconsistent play and attendance even after the move.

Why are Dodgers and Giants rivals?

The rivalry between the Giants and Dodgers began in the late 19th century when both clubs were based in New York City. The Giants played at the Polo Grounds in the borough of Manhattan and the Dodgers played in the borough of Brooklyn.