Event Brief
Rays stadium talks near deal; state funding hinges
Filed: May 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Summary: Rays CEO Ken Babby says negotiations with Tampa/Hillsborough leaders are nearing agreement, but state funding may require local approval.
WHO: Rays CEO Ken Babby; Tampa and Hillsborough leaders; state leaders
WHAT: Stadium deal negotiations and state funding questions
WHEN: May 13, 2026 at 4:09 PM ET
WHERE: Tampa, FL
WHY: State funding could depend on local approval as questions remain about how the project will be funded.
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