Jacksonville, Florida-based Fanatics, a portfolio company focused on licensed sports apparel, trading cards, and sports collectibles, has announced it will close its Oak Creek Distribution Center in Riverview, Florida, in 2026.
The closure will affect 286 employees, with job terminations starting March 2026 and continuing through July 31, 2026.
According to a company statement, “As our business has grown and our operational needs have evolved, the facility can no longer support the scale, technology, and innovation required to meet our long-term goals.”
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