The story in brief
The Rays plan to open a Westshore preview center in early 2027 for their proposed Tampa stadium, Florida Politics reports. Visitors will see digital exhibits, while prospective ticket buyers and sponsors can book appointments. The project follows Tampa and Hillsborough County’s approval of about $876 million in local government funding for the ballpark. Financing validations, land-use decisions and additional agreements remain necessary before public funds can be released. The stadium is scheduled to open in 2029.