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The business behind MLB expansion: Portland, Montreal and Raleigh
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Tampa Bay Rays finalizing new ballpark in St. Petersburg as part
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MLB gives Oakland A's green light to explore relocation options
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The new Rays Stadium in Tampa should be built on Dale Mabry
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Oakland A's are relocating; Tampa Bay Rays are on deck
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Tropicana Field - Wikipedia
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Tampa Bay Rays unveil plans for new 30,000-seat ballpark in St
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Column: Another domino falls on road to MLB expansion
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MLB to start months-long approval process for Oakland Athletics
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