During recent comments, Tampa Bay Rays owner Stuart Sternberg lamented low attendance figures at Tropicana Field, noting it could have implications on the team’s future. (more…)
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Tampa Mayor-Elect: Rays Belong Here
Fresh off her election victory, Tampa mayor-elect Jane Castor is expressing her desire to bring the Tampa Bay Rays to the city. (more…)
Development Partnership Pitches Rays Ballpark in Tampa
A partnership is pitching a new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark and mixed-use development near the Hillsborough River in Tampa, but the plan is not gaining traction with city officials. (more…)
2019 Preview: Tampa Bay Rays, Tropicana Field
Ballpark Digest is previewing what every MLB team is doing to begin the season, both on and off the field, as the 2019 campaign is around the corner. Up next: the Tampa Bay Rays and Tropicana Field. (more…)
Rays Ybor City Ballpark Talks Required More Force: Sternberg
In hindsight, Tampa Bay Rays owner Stuart Sternberg believes he could have been more forceful in discussions over a proposed Ybor City ballpark. (more…)
Could St. Petersburg Offer Solution for Rays?
The Tampa Bay Rays and MLB appear willing to consider St. Petersburg for a new ballpark, but are stopping short of a commitment to remain there. (more…)
Rays Go Cashless at Tropicana Field for 2019
The Tampa Bay Rays will host the country’s first cash-free sports venue in 2019, as Tropicana Field points of sale will accept only credit and gift cards, as well as mobile payments. (more…)
County Keeping Rays Ybor City Plan in Play
Even though the team has walked away from discussions, Hillsborough County is working for now to keep the door open for a new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark. (more…)
Rays Announce Tropicana Field Renovations
The Tampa Bay Rays have announced Tropicana Field renovations for 2019, including plans to reduce the fixed seating capacity and create new social spaces. (more…)
Best of 2018, #3: Rays End Ybor City Ballpark Pursuit
We end 2018 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Ballpark Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #3: Tampa Bay Rays end their pursuit of an Ybor City ballpark. (more…)
Rays Pass on St. Petersburg Deadline Extension
As was expected, the Tampa Bay Rays will not pursue an extension of a December 31 deadline with St. Petersburg, effectively ending their region-wide search for a new ballpark site. (more…)
With Ybor City Plan Dead, Rays Make Big Bet on Economy Staying Strong
When the Tampa Bay Rays pulled the plug on development of a new Ybor City ballpark, the stated rationale was a lack of specifics about a funding and site-development plan. But by opening a search for a new site, team ownership may just be delaying inevitable headaches. (more…)
Hillsborough Seeks MLB Support in Rays Ballpark Proposal
As it tries to sell the Tampa Bay Rays on the proposal, Hillsborough County is asking Major League Baseball to support its funding framework for a new ballpark. (more…)