BREAKING: Tampa Bay Rays NEARING DEAL For New Stadium on Dale Mabry in Tampa

Tampa Bay Rays edge closer to a new stadium on the possible Dale Mabry-HCC site—could this finally secure their future in Tampa? Discussion centers on the ownership’s aggressive push, public funding challenges, and the intense pressure for shovels to hit the ground by midyear.Ulises, Kevin, and WTSP’s Evan Closky examine Governor DeSantis’ connections, the Orlando Dreamers wildcard, and why fans remain skeptical without a shovel in sight.Roster shakeups dominate the conversation, with questions over Shane McClanahan’s return from injury and whether Josh Lowe faces a make-or-break 2026 campaign. Are Cedric Mullins and Chandler Simpson the only outfield guarantees? Could player development and prospects reshape the Rays’ outlook in a loaded AL East featuring Yankees, Blue Jays, Orioles, and Red Sox? Enjoy rapid-fire baseball trivia and insights on the Rays’ rebuild, farm system, and stadium saga that could redefine Tampa Bay’s MLB future.0:00 - Rays Stadium Saga Update10:16 - Rays 2026 Outlook & Fan Expectations25:25 - Trivia & Name That WARFollow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlisesFollow & 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 #MLBEverydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at http://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDONFanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Every Friday night, before the games tip off, FanDuel gives fans a new way to kick off the weekend with NBA Happy Hour. Check the FanDuel app and see what’s dropping during NBA Happy Hour — every Friday from 6 to 7:30 PM Eastern. FanDuel — the Official Sportsbook Partner of the NBA.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.