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DeSantis says he supports a new Rays ballpark in Tampa
Gov. Ron DeSantis and MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred back the Rays' $2.3 billion stadium plan, with the team covering at least 50% of costs, seeking public funding support.
- On Feb. 3, 2026, DeSantis said the state will convey land to Hillsborough Community College so it can negotiate with the Rays, supporting the stadium plan.
- After years of failed plans and storm damage, the Hillsborough College District Board of Trustees approved a nonbinding memorandum allowing exclusive negotiations with the Rays for a potential stadium and redevelopment.
- Ken Babby, Rays CEO, said, 'In the coming days, you'll see the first renderings of our new development and ballpark, the new forever home of the Tampa Bay Rays that will serve as a catalyst for this new community,' as the project would redevelop 113 acres into a mixed-use district leased for at least 99 years.
- Hillsborough County will consider stadium funding options Wednesday, with local funding unresolved as officials weigh visitor taxes and Sen. Danny Burgess sponsors a $50 million appropriation.
- Proponents say the Rays' new ownership group targets a 2029 opening to meet their lease expiration in 2028, framing the plan with more than $34 billion in projected economic impact and workforce partnerships.
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USA TodayFlorida governor, Tampa Bay Rays eye stadium deal in Hillsborough County
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DeSantis supports potential new Rays stadium in Tampa
Governor Ron DeSantis joined Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred and others Tuesday to voice support for building the Tampa Bay Rays’ new stadium at Hillsborough College’s Dale Mabry Campus. The press conference comes after college trustees approved a memorandum of understanding to develop a stadium and surrounding redevelopment. DeSantis made his stance clear while speaking on the school’s campus in Tampa. “I happened to be raised…
DeSantis, MLB's Manfred praise plans for new Rays stadium in Tampa
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