Tampa Bay Rays fans, get ready for a game-changing future! The new ownership group unveils ambitious plans for a state-of-the-art stadium and entertainment complex that could reshape the team's destiny. Kevin Weiss and Ulises Sambrano dive into the exciting details of the proposed Battery-style district, featuring a fully enclosed, climate-controlled dome. They analyze Patrick Zalupski’s vision for a 100+ acre development in Hillsborough County, exploring its potential impact on revenue generation and competitiveness. The hosts also discuss the ownership's trust in Erik Neander and Kevin Cash, as well as the long-term strategy for increasing payroll. With insights on site evaluation, stadium design, and the team's financial outlook, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the Rays' bright future. Tune in to hear why this new complex could be the key to the Rays competing with major market teams and elevating the fan experience! 0:00 Intro 1:07 New owners seek land and government partner 3:55 Surprising number of potential stadium locations 9:34 Bold vision for new ballpark entertainment complex 15:32 Aiming for 150-180 events per year 20:05 New owners express trust in Neander and Cash 23:22 Payroll likely to remain steady for now Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-rays/ Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/ #Rays #TampaBayRays #MLB Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rugiet Ready to level up your confidence ? Head to https://rugiet.com and use promo code LOCKEDONMLB for 15% off your first order. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONMLB at https://monarchmoney.com/lockedonmlb for 50% off your first year. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
