Rays to Play at Yankees' Stadium in 2025

The Tampa Bay Rays will temporarily relocate to the New York Yankees' spring training facility, George M. Steinbrenner Field, for the 2025 season due to significant damage at Tropicana Field from Hurricane Milton. The Rays' home opener has been moved to March 28 to prepare the facility, where they will play 37 of their first 54 games, aiming to avoid rain disruptions. In exchange for using the facility, the Rays will operate their own ticket sales and retain revenue, while Yankees players will access only designated areas during their own training periods. Meanwhile, the Rays' long-term stadium plans remain uncertain, with a proposed $1.3 billion project in St. Petersburg still pending approval amidst previous delays. The situation highlights the broader challenges faced by both the Rays and the Athletics, who will also play in minor league parks due to similar issues. As fans express dissatisfaction with the Yankees' stadium entry, the team is under pressure to address various operational shortcomings before the 2025 season.