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sports1 year ago

MLB Reshuffles 2025 Rays Schedule with Twins and Angels

Major League Baseball has adjusted the Tampa Bay Rays' 2025 schedule to accommodate their temporary move to Steinbrenner Field due to damage at Tropicana Field caused by Hurricane Milton. The Rays will now host the Los Angeles Angels in April instead of August and have rescheduled their series with the Minnesota Twins to May. The future of Tropicana Field remains uncertain, with repairs estimated at over $50 million and a new stadium plan delayed.

via The New York Times|
#hurricane-milton#mlb#sports
sports1 year ago

St. Pete Reverses $23M Tropicana Field Repair Decision

The St. Petersburg City Council initially approved a $23 million loan to repair the Tampa Bay Rays' Tropicana Field roof, damaged by Hurricane Milton, but reversed the decision hours later. The council delayed consideration of revenue bonds for a new $1.3 billion ballpark, leaving the Rays to play the 2025 season at George M. Steinbrenner Field. The city is legally required to fix the roof, and the Rays hope for a resolution to have the stadium ready by 2026.

via Sports Illustrated|
#hurricane-milton#sports#st-petersburg-city-council
sports1 year ago

St. Pete Approves $23M Tropicana Roof Repair Amid Stadium Talks

The St. Petersburg City Council has approved a $23 million repair to the hurricane-damaged roof of Tropicana Field, home of the Tampa Bay Rays, aiming for completion by the 2026 season. This decision comes amid uncertainty over financing a new $1.3 billion stadium, with the Rays temporarily relocating to Steinbrenner Field in Tampa. The broader redevelopment project, including a new ballpark, faces delays and community concerns over funding priorities, especially following recent hurricanes.

via ESPN|
#hurricane-milton#sports#st-petersburg
sports1 year ago

MLB Sets 2026 Deadline for Rays' Stadium Amid Expansion Plans

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred has given the Tampa Bay Rays until 2026 to finalize a plan for a new stadium, following damage to Tropicana Field from Hurricane Milton. The Rays are temporarily relocating to Steinbrenner Field in Tampa for the 2025 season. Despite the stadium uncertainty, MLB's expansion plans remain on track, with Manfred aiming to select locations for two new teams by 2029. The Oakland Athletics' move to Las Vegas is proceeding as planned, with a 2028 opening target.

via The Athletic|
#expansion#hurricane-milton#mlb
sports1 year ago

Rays' Stadium Plans Stalled as 2028 Opening Uncertain

The Tampa Bay Rays' plans for a new stadium have been delayed beyond 2028 due to severe hurricane damage to Tropicana Field and political delays in financing. The team will temporarily play at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa starting in 2025. The Pinellas County Commission postponed finalizing bonds for the new $1.3 billion stadium until December, leaving the Rays' future stadium plans uncertain.

via Sports Illustrated|
#hurricane-milton#public-funding#sports
sports1 year ago

Rays' Stadium Plans Stalled as Funding Vote Delayed Again

The Tampa Bay Rays' plans for a new stadium in St. Petersburg face uncertainty after the Pinellas County Board postponed a vote on bond financing for the second time, potentially delaying or jeopardizing the project. The delay follows comments by Rays owner Stu Sternberg, which frustrated commissioners. The Rays, currently displaced from Tropicana Field due to hurricane damage, may play 2025 home games at Steinbrenner Field in Tampa. The future of the Rays in the Tampa Bay area remains unclear as the team and county officials navigate financial and logistical challenges.

via The Athletic|
#hurricane-milton#pinellas-county#sports
sports1 year ago

Rays Face Uncertainty as Tropicana Field Suffers Hurricane Damage

The Tampa Bay Rays' home stadium, Tropicana Field, suffered extensive damage from Hurricane Milton, with repairs expected to cost $55.7 million and take until 2026 to complete. The stadium, which was to serve as a shelter for first responders, now lies in disarray, with emergency beds still scattered across the field. As a result, the Rays will play their 2025 home games at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa.

via Sports Illustrated|
#hurricane-milton#relocation#sports
sports1 year ago

Rays Face Uncertainty Over Stadium Future Amid Hurricane Damage and Financing Hurdles

Hurricane Milton caused significant damage to Tropicana Field, home of the Tampa Bay Rays, including a shredded roof and water damage, forcing the team to relocate to Steinbrenner Field for the 2025 season. Repair costs are estimated at $56 million, with completion expected by 2026, but the decision to proceed with repairs is pending due to plans for a new stadium by 2029. The damage has raised questions about the future of the Tropicana Field site.

via Tampa Bay Times|
#hurricane-milton#sports#st-petersburg
sports1 year ago

Rays' Stadium Future Uncertain Amid Financing and Damage Concerns

The Tampa Bay Rays' plans for a new stadium by 2028 are in jeopardy following Hurricane Milton's damage to Tropicana Field, leading to delays in crucial bond votes for financing. The Rays will play their 2025 games at Steinbrenner Field, sparking criticism from Pinellas County officials who are investing $1 billion in public funding. Owner Stu Sternberg has mentioned relocation as a possibility if the situation doesn't improve, with potential delays and increased costs threatening the project.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#hurricane-milton#pinellas-county#relocation
sports1 year ago

Rays to Call Yankees' Steinbrenner Field Home for 2025 Season

The Tampa Bay Rays will play their 2025 home games at the Yankees' Steinbrenner Field in Tampa after their stadium, Tropicana Field, was severely damaged by Hurricane Milton. The Yankees will receive $15 million in revenue for hosting the Rays, who chose Steinbrenner Field over the Phillies' complex in Clearwater. The decision allows the Rays to stay close to their fan base while Tropicana Field undergoes $55.7 million in repairs, expected to be completed by 2026. The Yankees emphasized community support over rivalry in this arrangement.

via New York Post |
#hurricane-milton#sports#steinbrenner-field
sports1 year ago

Rays Relocate to Steinbrenner Field for 2025 Season Amid Tropicana Uncertainty

The Tampa Bay Rays will play their 2025 home games at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Florida, after Tropicana Field was damaged by Hurricane Milton. The New York Yankees, who use Steinbrenner Field for spring training, will receive $15 million from the Rays for the arrangement. The damage to Tropicana Field is estimated at $39 million, with repairs expected to be completed by 2026. The Rays plan to open a new stadium in 2028.

via Sports Illustrated|
#george-m-steinbrenner-field#hurricane-milton#new-york-yankees
sports1 year ago

Tropicana Field Repairs Delay Rays Until 2026, Costing $55M

Tropicana Field, home to the Tampa Bay Rays, will not be ready for play until the 2026 season due to extensive damage from Hurricane Milton, with repair costs estimated at $55.72 million. The most significant repair involves the roof, costing $23.6 million. The city of St. Petersburg and the Rays are considering whether to proceed with repairs or explore other options, as a new stadium is planned for 2028. MLB is seeking a temporary venue for the Rays' 2025 season, with a decision expected by Christmas.

via The Athletic|
#hurricane-milton#mlb#sports
sports1 year ago

Rays Seek Temporary Home for 2025 Amid $56M Tropicana Repairs

The Tampa Bay Rays need a temporary home for the 2025 season as Tropicana Field requires $55.7 million in repairs due to damage from Hurricane Milton. The stadium's structure is sound, but its fabric roof and interior suffered significant damage. The city of St. Petersburg, which owns the stadium, faces financial challenges in funding repairs, with a $22 million insurance deductible. The Rays are exploring nearby spring training sites as potential temporary venues. Tropicana Field is set to be demolished for a new ballpark by 2028, part of a larger redevelopment project.

via New York Post |
#hurricane-milton#major-league-baseball#sports