Overview
- Commissioner Rob Manfred affirmed that all 2025 Tampa Bay Rays home playoff games will take place at George M. Steinbrenner Field under MLB’s home-stadium policy.
- October’s Hurricane Milton damage to Tropicana Field forced the Rays to relocate their entire season to the New York Yankees’ spring training park.
- Steinbrenner Field’s capacity of just over 11,000 is the smallest among MLB postseason sites and may reduce gate receipts significantly.
- Broadcasters have warned that the park’s limited space and access could complicate coverage of potential ALCS or World Series matchups.
- Plans to repair Tropicana Field or finance a new stadium remain stalled as the Rays strive for a playoff berth and long-term stability.