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Tampa Bay Rays Meet with Local Police as Community Engagement Sessions Continue on Proposed New Ballpark and District

February 27, 2026

TAMPA, Fla.— The Tampa Bay Rays today met with the Tampa Police Benevolent Association (PBA) as part of their ongoing community engagement efforts surrounding the vision for a new ballpark and mixed-use district at Hillsborough College’s Dale Mabry campus. The roundtable discussion provided an opportunity for Rays leadership and members

Tampa Bay Rays Announce Series of Public Community Engagement Sessions

February 26, 2026

TAMPA, Fla.—The Tampa Bay Rays today announced the first three public community engagement sessions, inviting residents across Hillsborough County to learn more about and share their input on the vision for a new ballpark and mixed-use district. In partnership with Hillsborough College, the Rays will kick off the series on

The Tampa Bay Rays Announced a Statement from Chief Executive Officer Ken Babby Following Today’s Meeting of Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet: 

February 24, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.—The Tampa Bay Rays announced a statement from Chief Executive Officer Ken Babby following today’s meeting of Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet: “The Tampa Bay Rays are grateful for the approval granted today by Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet for the conveyance of state

Tampa Bay Rays Announce Rays.TV Full Season Package is On Sale for Fans

February 10, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.— In partnership with Major League Baseball, the Tampa Bay Rays announce Rays.TV, the new direct-to-consumer streaming platform for in-market Rays games, is now on sale. Last week, the Rays announced that Major League Baseball will assume production and distribution of local television broadcasts beginning with the 2026

Tampa Bay Rays Meet with Local Firefighters to Kickoff Community Engagement Sessions on New Ballpark and District

February 10, 2026

TAMPA, Fla.– The Tampa Bay Rays today met with Tampa Firefighters Local 754 as part of the first in a series of community engagement sessions focused on the vision for a new ballpark and mixed-use district at Hillsborough College’s Dale Mabry campus. The roundtable discussion marked an early opportunity for

Rays Announce the Promotional Schedule for the 2026 Season along with Details on Longo's Legacy Weekend

February 10, 2026

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.—The Tampa Bay Rays have announced the promotional schedule for the 2026 season. The team will also celebrate former Rays third baseman Evan Longoria with a weekend of events and recognition dubbed, “Longo’s Legacy Weekend.” The Rays 2026 season is presented by Orlando Health. During his time with

Tampa Bay Rays Release New Ballpark Renderings, Announce Community Engagement Sessions

February 5, 2026

TAMPA, Fla.—The Tampa Bay Rays today released initial renderings of the proposed ballpark and mixed-use district at Hillsborough College’s Dale Mabry campus. The images offer an early look at a vision for the site and will continue to evolve based on further study of the site and ballpark design concepts,

Tampa Bay Rays Ownership Committed to Winning Culture, New Ballpark

October 7, 2025

Tampa, Fla. – The new owners of the Tampa Bay Rays said Tuesday they are committed to fielding a winning team and to building a new ballpark that would secure the franchise’s long-term future in the region. Key members of the ownership group led by Florida-based business executive Patrick Zalupski

Tampa Bay Rays Sold To New Ownership Group

September 30, 2025

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – An ownership group led by Florida-based business executive Patrick Zalupski has closed on the purchase of the Tampa Bay Rays. The sale of the Rays to the group by former principal owner Stuart Sternberg was finalized on Sept. 30 and has been unanimously approved by Major

Evan Longoria set to sign one-day contract, retire with the Rays

Longtime Rays third baseman will be honored on June 7 at George M. Steinbrenner Field
May 12, 2025

PETERSBURG, Fla.—The Tampa Bay Rays have announced plans to sign third baseman Evan Longoria to a ceremonial one-day contract ahead of the 16-year veteran’s official retirement from Major League Baseball. Longoria’s legacy and impact with the club will be honored during a pregame ceremony before the Rays take on the

Rays Return To George M. Steinbrenner Field In Tampa For A Three-Game Homestand

April 28, 2025

The Tampa Bay Rays return to Steinbrenner Field on Tuesday for a three-game homestand against the Kansas City Royals (April 29–May 1). The Rays 2025 season is presented by Orlando Health. Tuesday, April 29 vs. Kansas City Royals

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Tampa Bay Rays, Charlotte County to host 2025 FCSAA Division I Baseball Championship Round

April 24, 2025

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Charlotte Sports Park, the Spring Training home of the Tampa Bay Rays, will serve as the host site for the Florida College System Activities Association's (FCSAA) Division I Baseball Championship Round, Friday, May 9 through Monday, May 12. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Fla., was originally tabbed as

Rays announce Jackie Robinson Grant recipients and details for Jackie Robinson Day

April 15, 2025

The Tampa Bay Rays recognize the 78th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking baseball’s color barrier. The Rays hosted a public baseball clinic on Sunday, April 13 and contributed an annual investment from the Rays Baseball Foundation and Rowdies Soccer Fund of $100,000 to support organizations that reflect Jackie Robinson’s nine

Rays and Rowdies announce business personnel title changes and promotions

April 9, 2025

The Tampa Bay Rays and Tampa Bay Rowdies have announced internal promotions and title changes across various departments including accounting, finance, game presentation, public affairs and business strategy.

Rays announce partnership with Tampa Bay 44 alongside FanDuel Sports Network

15 games will be simulcast on over-the-air station
April 8, 2025

The Tampa Bay Rays, in partnership with FanDuel Sports Network, have announced that Tampa Bay 44, a CBS-owned independent station, will simulcast 15 Rays games on its over-the-air channel during the 2025 season. These simulcast games will still be available for fans to watch on FanDuel Sports Network Sun, the

Rays return to George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa for a four-team, thirteen-game homestand

April 7, 2025

The Tampa Bay Rays return to Steinbrenner Field on Tuesday for a four-team, thirteen-game homestand against the Los Angeles Angels (April 8-10), Atlanta Braves (April 11-13), Boston Red Sox (April 14-16) and New York Yankees (April 17-20). The Rays 2025 season is presented by Orlando Health. Tuesday, April 8 vs.

Rays announce 2025 Opening Day roster

March 28, 2025

TAMPA, Fla.—The Tampa Bay Rays have announced their 2025 Opening Day roster: PITCHERS (13): RHP Shane Baz, RHP Hunter Bigge, RHP Taj Bradley, LHP Garrett Cleavinger, RHP Mason Englert, RHP Pete Fairbanks, RHP Kevin Kelly, RHP Zack Littell, LHP Mason Montgomery, RHP Ryan Pepiot, RHP Drew Rasmussen, RHP Manuel Rodríguez,

Rays highlight transformation of Steinbrenner Field and other features

March 26, 2025

The Tampa Bay Rays have announced new upgrades, additions, features and partners to George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa as the team prepares the ballpark to host the 2025 regular season. The 2025 season is presented by Orlando Health. “We’d like to thank our staff, corporate partners, fans, Major League

Rays Announce Home Opener is Sold Out

March 25, 2025

The Tampa Bay Rays have announced that the 2025 regular season home opener on Friday, March 28 against the Colorado Rockies is sold out. This marks the 19th consecutive season the Rays have sold out their home opener. The team is playing this season at George M. Steinbrenner Field in

Rays announce Season Three of Rays Gaming and Sunburst Invitational

March 21, 2025

The Tampa Bay Rays have announced plans for the third season of Rays Gaming and the Sunburst Invitational. The tournament will continue to allow gamers from across the US and Canada to compete against each other in “MLB The Show 25” for a cash prize and a trip to St.

Rays announce Saturday Shoppes to return to Tropicana Field parking lots

March 17, 2025

The Tampa Bay Rays have announced that the Saturday Shoppes outdoor market will return to Tropicana Field beginning on March 22. The event is free to the public and will take place in Lot 1 from 12-5 p.m. Parking is free as well. Saturday Shoppes founder Renee Edwards created the

Rays exercise 2026 option for infielder Yandy Díaz, add vesting option for 2027

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The Tampa Bay Rays have exercised a 2026 club option for infielder Yandy Díaz and added a vesting option for 2027, pending 2026 performance thresholds. In 2024, Díaz, 33, hit .281/.341/.414 (158-for-563) with 31 doubles, one triple, 14 home runs, 65 RBI and 50 walks over a career-high 145 games,

Rays announce single-game ticket information and special ticket packages

February 24, 2025

The Tampa Bay Rays announced details for single-game tickets and special ticket packages throughout the 2025 season. The 2025 season will be played at George M. Steinbrenner Field and is presented by Orlando Health. Single-game tickets go on sale to the general public at RaysBaseball.com on Thursday, February 27 at

Rays announce single-game ticket information and special ticket packages

February 24, 2025

The Tampa Bay Rays announced details for single-game tickets and special ticket packages throughout the 2025 season. The 2025 season will be played at George M. Steinbrenner Field and is presented by Orlando Health. Single-game tickets go on sale to the general public at RaysBaseball.com on Thursday, February 27 at

Rays announce Fan Fest player appearances and entertainment

February 13, 2025

The Tampa Bay Rays announced some of the players who will appear and participate in VIP experiences at Fan Fest, as well as activities and entertainment added to the schedule. Rays Fan Fest, presented by Visit St. Pete Clearwater, will take place Saturday, February 15, from 1-5 p.m. at the