Rays Deal To Build A New Stadium Now Dead?
Source: Tampa Bay Times - John Romano
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November 16, 2024
It appears likely that a historic deal to build a new $1.3 billion stadium for the Tampa Bay Rays at the Tropicana Field site is all but dead, according to the Tampa Bay Times' John Romano. The Pinellas County Commission has postponed one vote on bonds that would go toward financing a new ballpark, and it's likely to be delayed again this week. The delays have halted construction plans and would likely cause a significant increase in the cost of building the new stadium. In addition, there's growing concern that the planned repairs of Tropicana Field's roof will exceed an initial $56 million estimate, and the St. Petersburg City Council could balk at giving approval for a stadium slated to be demolished in three to four years. It all means that the Rays could consider the possibility of permanent relocation away from Tampa Bay as early as 2026.--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerRead More News
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