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Similarly, the Tampa Bay Rays' ongoing stadium issues came into focus, particularly following damage from Hurricane Idalia, which left their current venue, Tropicana Field, in disrepair. As discussions of stadium financing in Tampa remain fraught with uncertainty, speculation has emerged that Nashville could be a viable alternative. O'Connell’s responses hinted that while there was some initial contact, these discussions were largely exploratory and did not materialize into serious negotiations.