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Rays announce stadium project in Ybor City is dead, likely locking the team into Tropicana Field through 2027
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Rays to Announce Deal for New St. Petersburg Ballpark
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The Tampa Bay Rays Get A New Stadium Deal In St. Petersburg
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Rays to announce new stadium deal
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The Rays announce plans for a new stadium in 2028 – Achona
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Tampa Bay Rays set to announce new stadium deal for downtown St. Petersburg
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Rays complete agreement for new St. Petersburg stadium
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The history of the Rays stadium search and what happens next
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Rays, St. Petersburg announce news conference expected to include ballpark details - NBC Sports