Tampa Bay Rays are in the news as new owners plan a stadium upgrade and a new ballpark by 2029, aiming to fix Tropicana Field after hurricane damage.
Patrick Zalupski's group finalized a $1.7 billion purchase of the Rays, aiming to keep the team in Tampa Bay. They are searching for a site for a new domed stadium with amenities, while work continues on Tropicana Field. The team has struggled with attendance but remains competitive on the field.
A Dominican court has ordered a new trial for baseball player Franco, who was convicted of sexually abusing a minor. The case involves allegations of a relationship with a 14-year-old girl and payments to her mother. The case is now being overseen by a different panel of judges.