MLB Rumors: Rays Purchase Eyed by Tampa's Dan Doyle Jr; Other Groups Eye Relocation

Potential ownership groups are reportedly swarming around the Tampa Bay Rays.

Ken Rosenthal and Chandler Rome of The Athletic reported the Rays have drawn interest from local businessman Dan Doyle Jr., who would keep the franchise in Tampa, and other groups that would seek to relocate the franchise.

It's unclear if current owner Stuart Sternberg wants to sell. The Athletic report indicated the "primary focus" of Sternberg is to land a $1.2 billion stadium in St. Petersburg or Tampa. Sternberg has been seeking out investors for that project.

This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.

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