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The Rays acquired Gavin Lux in a three-team trade and plan to use him as their everyday second baseman, focusing his defensive work at the keystone and likely locking Taylor Walls in at shortstop to start the season, with Carson Williams headed back to Triple-A; Lux’s move is aimed at stabilizing the infield around his strengths at second base, while Richie Palacios could see his opportunities reduced.
The Tampa Bay Rays have been sold to a group led by Florida real estate developer Patrick Zalupski, with the sale approved by Major League Baseball, and plans to find a new ballpark are underway after previous delays.
Patrick Zalupski and his investors are acquiring the Tampa Bay Rays, signaling a new chapter for the franchise and efforts to keep the team in Tampa Bay.
Major League Baseball owners approved the sale of the Tampa Bay Rays to a group led by Patrick Zalupski, marking a significant change in ownership after years of stadium and relocation challenges. The team, which has experienced playoff success and high attendance in the past, has faced issues with stadium damage and delays in building a new ballpark, leading to games being played at Steinbrenner Field this season. The new ownership is expected to initiate a search for a new stadium site in the Tampa-St. Petersburg area.
The Red Sox promoted Kyle Harrison in September during a playoff race, and he delivered a strong six-inning start against the Rays, showcasing his development and patience from the team, which paid off with a win.
Wander Franco's family called police due to concerns about his well-being, leading to his admission to a private clinic for mental health issues in the Dominican Republic.
Wander Franco, suspended Tampa Bay Rays shortstop and convicted of sexual abuse, was detained and admitted to a clinic in the Dominican Republic for mental health reasons, with his family requesting the detention; his legal and professional future remains uncertain.
The New York Yankees tied their franchise record with nine home runs in a game against the Tampa Bay Rays, coming close to the MLB record of 10, and showcasing their power-hitting ability despite recent struggles in the standings.
The Milwaukee Brewers acquired catcher Danny Jansen from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for infield prospect Jadher Areinamo, with the Rays also including cash to cover Jansen's remaining contract. Jansen, a Wisconsin native, is expected to share catching duties with William Contreras, who has been playing through an injury. Areinamo, a young Venezuelan prospect, is known for his contact hitting and versatility. The trade aims to bolster the Brewers' catching options amid struggles at the position.
The Tampa Bay Rays are reportedly close to selling the team for about $1.7 billion to a group led by Patrick Zalupski, with the sale potentially finalized as soon as September. The new owners prefer to keep the team in Tampa and build a new stadium there. The sale requires MLB approval, and the current owner, Stu Sternberg, bought the team in 2004 for $200 million.
The Tampa Bay Rays are expected to be sold for $1.7 billion to a group led by Patrick Zalupski, with plans to move the team from St. Petersburg to Tampa, after years of stadium development issues and recent support from Tampa fans.
Patrick Zalupski, a Jacksonville billionaire, is leading an investor group to purchase the Tampa Bay Rays from Stu Sternberg, with reports indicating a $1.7 billion agreement.
Stuart Sternberg is selling the Tampa Bay Rays to a group led by Jacksonville developer Patrick Zalupski, with the deal potentially closing as soon as September for $1.7 billion.
Stu Sternberg is reportedly selling the Tampa Bay Rays for $1.7 billion to a group led by developer Patrick Zalupski, with the deal expected to close by September and keep the team in Tampa, amid changes in stadium plans and ownership dynamics.
The Tampa Bay Rays are potentially being sold to Jacksonville-based billionaire Patrick Zalupski in a nearly $2 billion deal, with the sale expected to finalize by September. Zalupski plans to keep the team in Tampa Bay, possibly accelerating the search for a new stadium, as the team currently plays at Steinbrenner Field following Hurricane Milton's damage to Tropicana Field.