For now, the Rays’ 2025 playing site is determined; what about the ...
Nov 21, 2024 · ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – For the immediate future, the Tampa Bay Rays have found a home for their 2025 baseball season. Yet, a larger question, like that rainy, wind-swept deluge from Hurricane Milton which destroyed the roof and damaged the infrastructure of Tropicana Field last month, hangs precariously over this franchise. That question begs an
Back to ‘square one’ in Rays’ stadium dilemma
Dec 1, 2024 · ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – It appears the Tampa Bay Rays’ ability to gain financing for their new stadium is more of a battle of attrition. In recent actions, the Pinellas County Board of Commissioners and the city council of St. Petersburg created significant roadblocks, and now the Rays are at the mercy of two converging forces.
Amid a disappointing 2024 season, the Rays see hope
Oct 7, 2024 · ST. PETERSBERG, Fla. – The Tampa Bay Rays’ return to glory could be a mere distance of 60-feet, six-inches. That’s the space from the pitching rubber to home plate. Within that confined expanse, decision-makers believe the heart and soul lay the 2025 Rays’ destiny. That would define the area in which pitching will likely determine
Bums no more: Revisiting the Dodgers’ 1955 World Series …
Oct 28, 2024 · The 2024 World Series featuring the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees is the 12th Fall Classic to showcase the two storied franchises. It calls to mind the many great moments that have taken place in those 11 other World Series. Let’s look back at one of those moments, the 1955 World Series when
One venue where the Rays could play in 2025
Nov 3, 2024 · ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – The Tampa Bay Rays are on the clock. Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred set in motion this timetable and now requires some type of answer, if not definitive, on the roof situation at Tropicana Field. This is expected by the end of the current calendar year, if not sooner. During Hurricane Milton
Baseball Mascots: Ranking the MLB Mascots
Jul 1, 2021 · MLB Mascot History Baseball mascots have been a key part of entertainment in the baseball industry since 1964, when the New York Mets opened their stadium and introduced us to Mr. Met. The San Diego Chicken in 1977 sparked an increase in popularity in mascots, while only showing up sporadically throughout that 1977 season. The
The Best Baseball Quotes of All Time
Apr 10, 2021 · With baseball season in full swing, some of you might need those motivational, funny or inspiring quotes from some of the best players in the league. If you have ever played baseball, you know how much of a mental game it is. You know how a split second could change the same right in front
Best Baseball Songs: The Definitive List
May 3, 2020 · Baseball songs and baseball go together like American and apple pie. Baseball is clearly America's pastime and one of the most popular and beloved sports in the world. And, when people love something, they tend to write songs about it. Because of this, there are dozens and dozens of songs about the game of baseball
Technology Disruptions in Major League Baseball: Transforming …
Jun 17, 2023 · Since its inception, the game of baseball has undergone significant transformations due to advancements in technology. Major League Baseball (MLB) has been a trailblazer in this regard, utilizing tech advancements to bring about unprecedented changes in the sport. Spearheaded by Commissioner Rob Manfred, MLB's adoption of technology has been instrumental in modernizing the game and
Padres outlook slipping away as National League West rivals …
Dec 1, 2024 · The handwriting was on the wall when the World Champion Los Angeles Dodgers signed free agent southpaw Blake Snell to a multi-year mega deal, and then followed up by inking slugger Teoscar Hernandez to a new agreement. The San Francisco Giants held serve by welcoming highly sought shortstop Willy Adames to the city by the bay. And just a few days ago, the Arizona Diamondbacks lured star ...