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Tampa approves $2.3B deal for a new Rays ballpark
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· August 28, 2026
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Key points The total cost is expected to be around $2. 3 billion, with a portion of this amount coming from tax money.
From Tampa, Fla.: A significant investment has been approved for a new ballpark. The total cost is expected to be around $2.3 billion, with a portion of this amount coming from tax money. This tax contribution is substantial, totaling $967 million.
The decision to move forward with the project was made after a close vote, with a margin of just one vote. A tentative agreement for the stadium had been reached previously, paving the way for this latest development.
Further information about the project, including details about the new ballpark and its funding, can be found through additional sources.
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Published: August 28, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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