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Rays to Resume Stadium Search After $1.7B Sale, Manfred Says
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred expects new ownership to begin a fresh search for a Tampa Bay ballpark, emphasizing long-term franchise success and regional engagement.
- MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred stated on Tuesday that following the team's sale, the Tampa Bay Rays are expected to explore different locations for a new stadium within the Tampa Bay region.
- The Rays, controlled by Stu Sternberg since 2005 who is negotiating a sale to a group led by Patrick Zalupski, have had multiple failed ballpark proposals since the team's 1998 inception.
- Currently playing home games at Steinbrenner Field due to Hurricane Milton damage to Tropicana Field, the Rays await new ownership to decide the best location for a sustainable ballpark.
- Manfred noted that with new ownership, the Rays have a fresh start, and Major League Baseball is open to growing the league to 32 teams after the Rays and Athletics secure new stadiums.
- This situation suggests opportunities exist to secure a new stadium and keep the Rays in the region, with expansion and possible realignment contingent on stadium developments and owner support.
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“I think the potential for the sale to a group that has huge, deep roots in Tampa would be a definite positive development," Rob Manfred said.
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