The Tampa Bay Rays are reportedly set for a $1.7 billion sale to a group led by Patrick Zalupski, potentially relocating the team from St. Petersburg to Tampa. The sale, expected as early as September, follows the failure of a proposed new stadium in St. Petersburg due to Hurricane Milton damage and years of unsuccessful stadium negotiations. Zalupski, a successful developer and owner of minor league teams, aims to provide the Rays with a new home in Tampa, following strong fan support seen during their temporary games at Steinbrenner Field.

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