As expected, MLB owners unanimously approved a $1.7 billion Tampa Bay Rays sale to Florida investors, who face some immediate challenges on the ballpark and front-office fronts. The approval of the Tampa Bay Rays sale was not a surprise: an MLB committee had already vetted the purchase. The Tampa Bay Rays sale is expected to […] The post Tampa Bay Rays sale approved; next up, new ballpark first appeared on Ballpark Digest.| Ballpark Digest
MLB’s ownership committee is reviewing the $1.7 billion Tampa Bay Rays sale to a Florida investment group, and if approved the purchase will be submitted to Major League Baseball owners for final approval. The Rays sale to a Jacksonville group is led by developer Patrick Zalupski and also includes Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Triple-A; International League) […] The post MLB reviews Rays sale; Orlando bid hits hurdles first appeared on Ballpark Digest.| Ballpark Digest
To those considering becoming the next stewards of Major League Baseball in Tampa Bay: Baseball is more than a game in St. Petersburg - it’s part of our DNA. For over 110 years, our city has shared a proud, enduring relationship with America’s pastime. From the legends who trained here in the spring to the [...]| St Pete Catalyst
