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Final Roof Panel Installed at Tropicana Field, Paving Return for Rays in 2026

The team’s video confirmation signals an April 2026 home reopening.

Overview

  • The Rays shared footage confirming the last roof piece is in place, completing the hurricane repair.
  • The club plans to resume home games in St. Petersburg in April 2026 after a year at George M. Steinbrenner Field.
  • The temporary stay at the open-air venue led to 17 rain delays that the dome is expected to eliminate.
  • Hurricane Milton ripped off sections of the roof 13 months ago, prompting a multi-stage rebuild.
  • ClutchPoints reported the Rays paid about $15 million to use Steinbrenner Field during the 2025 season.