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Rays release renderings of new Tampa ballpark proposed at Hillsborough College

Earlier today, the Tampa Bay Rays released renderings showing a $2.3 billion domed ballpark proposed for Hillsborough College Dale Mabry campus near George M. Steinbrenner Field and Raymond James Stadium.
On January 20, 2026, the Hillsborough College Board of Trustees approved the plan, with MLB's Rob Manfred and Florida's Ron DeSantis expressing support this week, following the franchise's sale last year to Patrick Zalupski.
The proposal envisions seating for about 31,000 fans and the development would span about 130 acres across Champions Quarter, Innovation Edge, and The Canopy, including a rebuilt Hillsborough College plus bars, restaurants, retail, residences, and $19.98 deposits for early seating.
With approvals in hand, the Hillsborough County Commission has agreed to continue discussions about funding the $2.3 billion ballpark, which remains unresolved.
Fox 13 Tampa Bay projects the development could generate 34 billion in economic impact, attract 10 million visitors annually and create 11,900 new jobs, while observers will watch logistics near the Yankees Spring Training complex in the coming months.

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