Tampa Bay Rays to Host 2025 Season at Yankees' Steinbrenner Field

The decision follows severe hurricane damage to Tropicana Field, necessitating a temporary relocation.

The Rays will play their 2025 home games at Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, the spring training site for the New York Yankees.
Hurricane Milton caused extensive damage to Tropicana Field, with repairs estimated at $55.7 million, delaying its readiness until the 2026 season.
Steinbrenner Field offers the largest capacity among Florida's spring training stadiums and requires minimal upgrades to meet MLB standards.
The decision to play in Tampa aims to keep the team within the local fanbase's reach, despite potential weather challenges during the summer.
This temporary move involves collaboration with the Yankees and MLB, with the Yankees set to receive $15 million in revenue from hosting the Rays.