The Tampa Bay Rays are gearing up for an electric start at George M. Steinbrenner Field, where preparations are in full swing for the 2025 season's kick-off. Overhead footage captured by Eagle 8 shows crews hustling to swap out logos and get the field game-ready after the New York Yankees wrapped up their spring training. Despite being on a tight 120-hour window, the stadium is taking shape for the upcoming spectacle. This was seen in aerial footage which aired on WFLA.
In a showing of undying fan loyalty, tickets for the Rays' home opener on Friday have been snapped up, ensuring a full house to kick off the season. The fan fervor is palpable, with not a seat left unclaimed. If you're one of the unlucky fans that missed out on snagging a seat, don't fret; the Rays have introduced a standing-room-only option available for $20, accessible for all home games, including the opener. Still, the hype is real, and the Rays are once again playing to a packed audience, as reported by WTSP.
For eager beavers arriving early, the parking lots at the stadium will open their gates at 1:10 p.m., a generous three hours before the game, with stadium entry commencing at 2:40 p.m. That's 90 minutes of pre-game time to soak up the stadium atmosphere before the first pitch at 4:10 p.m. The opening game frenzy will be broadcast for local fans on the FanDuel Sports Network, ensuring that those who can't be there in person won't miss out on the action. This was announced by ABC Action News.
The stage is set and the Rays are ready to electrify the crowd with their 2025 season home opener. If you're ticketed or planning to join the standing-room masses, the anticipation is just one sleep away.
