Tampa Bay Rays face $39 million stadium repair bill after Hurricane Milton damage

The Tampa Bay Rays may need to find a new home for the 2025 MLB season after Hurricane Milton damaged Tropicana Field, leaving a repair bill of nearly $40 million. The stadium's roof was severely affected by the storm. The Rays were already planning to move to a new stadium by 2028, complicating their decision on whether to repair Tropicana Field. The New York Yankees could offer assistance, as their Spring Training facility is nearby and could accommodate the Rays. Most Spring Training facilities in the area were not significantly damaged by the hurricane, ensuring that games can proceed as scheduled in February and March. The Rays averaged 17,781 fans per game in 2023, well below Tropicana Field's capacity.