Tampa Mayor Jane Castor says representatives from throughout the region should meet with the team in an effort to restart new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark talks, as the team’s success in the playoffs may revive stalled discussions. (more…)
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Stephen Bronfman Details Montreal Ballpark Plan
Stephen Bronfman, who has been leading efforts to bring Major League Baseball back to Montreal, discussed details on Thursday for a new ballpark that would anchor a development at Peel Basin. (more…)
Bronfman to Present Development That Could Include Montreal Ballpark
Stephen Bronfman, who has been leading efforts to bring Major League Baseball back to Montreal, will present plans for a development at Peel Basin that could include a new ballpark to city officials on Thursday evening. (more…)
Pennant Race Fails to Excite Tampa Bay Faithful
The Tampa Bay Rays are involved in a close and thrilling wild-card race. So where are the fans? Small Tropicana Field crowds cause local officials to revive a new-ballpark effort for the Rays in Tampa. (more…)
Rays Adjust Schedule With Tuesday Doubleheader
After adjusting their schedule because of Hurricane Dorian, the Tampa Bay Rays will host the Baltimore Orioles in a single-admission doubleheader Tuesday afternoon. (more…)
In Memoriam: Vince Naimoli
Vince Naimoli, the original Tampa Bay Devil Rays owner who led the effort to bring Major League Baseball to the Tampa Bay region, died Sunday night at the age of 81. (more…)
Ybor City Ballpark Could be in Play for Rays’ Split-Season Scenario
A Hillsborough County official says Tampa’s Ybor City could still be in play for a new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark, even if the franchise splits future seasons between Montreal and their current market. (more…)
Until Ballpark Situations Resolved, Talk of Expansion Premature
With the news that the Arizona Diamondbacks had explored a move to the Las Vegas suburbs, it was a stark reminder that it’s more than just Tampa Bay and Oakland facing ballpark and market challenges—and MLB expansion may not be the slam-dunk many observers assume. (more…)
Tropicana Field Redevelopment: Will Rays Stay or Go?
Completing a large-scale redevelopment of the Tropicana Field site is a priority for St. Petersburg officials, but there is no clarity on whether plans will include the Tampa Bay Rays. (more…)
Manfred: Rays’ Split Season Pitch is Way to Keep Team in Tampa Bay
When discussing the issue Tuesday, Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred said that the concept of the Rays splitting their season between Tampa Bay and Montreal could ultimately stabilize the franchise’s future in Tampa Bay. (more…)
Bronfman: Rays Proposal is Key First Step to MLB Return to Montreal
Stephen Bronfman, who has spearheaded a possible return of Major League Baseball to Montreal via The Montreal Group, says a proposal for a split-season arrangement with the Tampa Bay Rays is an important first step in what’s sure to be a long process. (more…)
New St. Petersburg Ballpark Could Factor into Rays Tampa Bay/Montreal Plan
The Al Lang Stadium site could be in play for a new ballpark as the Tampa Bay Rays explore a split Tampa Bay/Montreal arrangement, though it is far from certain at this stage. (more…)
Selig: New Ballpark Would Help Rays Succeed in Tampa Bay
Pointing to the strengths of the Tampa Bay market, former Major League Baseball commissioner Bud Selig recently said he believes a new ballpark could reverse the Tampa Bay Rays‘ attendance struggles. (more…)