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Tropicana Field is a domed stadium located in St. Petersburg, Florida. It is the home of the Tampa Bay Rays of Major League Baseball (MLB). The stadium opened in 1990 and has been the Rays' home since their inaugural season in 1998.

History[edit]

Tropicana Field was originally conceived as part of a plan to attract a Major League Baseball team to the Tampa Bay area. Construction began in 1986, and the stadium was completed in 1990. Initially, it was known as the Florida Suncoast Dome. The stadium was renamed Tropicana Field in 1996 after a naming rights agreement with Tropicana Products, a fruit juice company.

Architecture and Design[edit]

Tropicana Field is notable for its fixed dome roof, which is supported by a series of cables and is one of the few remaining fixed-dome stadiums in the United States. The roof is made of a white, translucent material that allows natural light to enter while protecting the interior from the elements. The stadium's design includes a unique slanted roof, which can cause fly balls to bounce unpredictably, adding a distinctive challenge to games played there.

Features[edit]

The stadium features an artificial turf playing surface, which was installed to accommodate the indoor environment. Tropicana Field also includes several unique attractions, such as the "Rays Touch Tank," where fans can interact with live rays, and the "Ted Williams Museum and Hitters Hall of Fame," which honors the legendary baseball player and other great hitters.

Events[edit]

In addition to hosting Tampa Bay Rays home games, Tropicana Field has been the site of numerous other events, including college football games, concerts, and trade shows. It has also hosted the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament and the NHL All-Star Game.

Transportation and Access[edit]

Tropicana Field is accessible by car, with ample parking available in the surrounding area. Public transportation options include bus services provided by the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA). The stadium is located near major highways, making it accessible from various parts of the Tampa Bay region.

Future Developments[edit]

There have been ongoing discussions about the future of Tropicana Field, including potential renovations or the construction of a new stadium for the Tampa Bay Rays. These discussions are part of broader efforts to enhance the fan experience and ensure the long-term viability of Major League Baseball in the Tampa Bay area.

Also see[edit]

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-[[File:Tropicana_Field.svg|thumb|Tropicana_Field]] {{Short description|Dome stadium in St. Petersburg, Florida}}
+[[File:Tropicana Field.svg|thumb]] [[File:PXL 20220528 205520913.jpg|thumb]] [[File:TropicanaFieldDimensions.svg|thumb]] [[File:TropicanaFieldEntrance.JPG|thumb]] {{Infobox stadium
-{{Infobox stadium
+| name = Tropicana Field
-| name               = Tropicana Field
+| nickname = The Trop
-| nickname           = The Trop
+| location = St. Petersburg, Florida, United States
-| image              = Tropicana Field.jpg
+| opened = March 3, 1990
-| image_size         = 250px
+| owner = City of St. Petersburg
-| caption            = Tropicana Field in 2018
+| operator = Tampa Bay Rays
-| location           = [[St. Petersburg, Florida]]
+| surface = Artificial turf
-| coordinates        = {{coord|27|46|2|N|82|39|48|W|type:landmark}}
+| capacity = 25,000 (baseball)
-| broke_ground       = November 22, 1986
+| tenants = [[Tampa Bay Rays]] (MLB) (1998–present)
-| opened             = March 3, 1990
-| owner              = [[City of St. Petersburg]]
-| operator           = [[Tampa Bay Rays]]
-| surface            = [[AstroTurf]]
-| construction_cost  = $130 million
-| architect          = [[HOK Sport]]
-| structural engineer= [[Walter P Moore]]
-| services engineer  = [[Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.]]
-| general_contractor = [[Huber, Hunt & Nichols]]
-| capacity           = 25,000 (1990)
-| record_attendance  = 47,150 ([[2008 World Series]])
-| tenants            = [[Tampa Bay Rays]] (MLB) (1998–present)
 }}
-'''Tropicana Field''' is a domed stadium located in [[St. Petersburg, Florida]]. It has been the home of the [[Tampa Bay Rays]] of [[Major League Baseball]] (MLB) since the team's inception in 1998. The stadium was originally known as the Florida Suncoast Dome and was later renamed the Thunderdome before acquiring its current name through a naming rights agreement with the [[Tropicana Products]] company.
+'''Tropicana Field''' is a domed stadium located in [[St. Petersburg, Florida]]. It is the home of the [[Tampa Bay Rays]] of [[Major League Baseball]] (MLB). The stadium opened in 1990 and has been the Rays' home since their inaugural season in 1998.
 ==History==
-Construction of Tropicana Field began on November 22, 1986, and the stadium officially opened on March 3, 1990. The stadium was initially built to attract a [[Major League Baseball]] team to the Tampa Bay area. Before the arrival of the [[Tampa Bay Rays]], the stadium hosted various events, including [[Arena Football League]] games and concerts.
+Tropicana Field was originally conceived as part of a plan to attract a Major League Baseball team to the Tampa Bay area. Construction began in 1986, and the stadium was completed in 1990. Initially, it was known as the Florida Suncoast Dome. The stadium was renamed Tropicana Field in 1996 after a naming rights agreement with Tropicana Products, a fruit juice company.
-==Design and Features==
+==Architecture and Design==
-Tropicana Field features a fixed dome roof, which provides protection from the frequent rainstorms in the area. The stadium's surface is made of [[AstroTurf]], a type of artificial turf. The seating capacity of Tropicana Field is approximately 25,000 for baseball games, but it can be expanded for other events.
+Tropicana Field is notable for its fixed dome roof, which is supported by a series of cables and is one of the few remaining fixed-dome stadiums in the United States. The roof is made of a white, translucent material that allows natural light to enter while protecting the interior from the elements. The stadium's design includes a unique slanted roof, which can cause fly balls to bounce unpredictably, adding a distinctive challenge to games played there.
-One of the unique features of Tropicana Field is the presence of the Rays Touch Tank, an interactive exhibit where fans can touch live rays. The stadium also includes a 10,000-gallon fish tank behind the right-center field wall.
+==Features==
+The stadium features an artificial turf playing surface, which was installed to accommodate the indoor environment. Tropicana Field also includes several unique attractions, such as the "Rays Touch Tank," where fans can interact with live rays, and the "Ted Williams Museum and Hitters Hall of Fame," which honors the legendary baseball player and other great hitters.
 ==Events==
-In addition to hosting [[Tampa Bay Rays]] games, Tropicana Field has been the site of several notable events, including the 2008 [[World Series]] and the 1999 [[NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament]] Final Four. The stadium has also hosted concerts, trade shows, and other sporting events.
+In addition to hosting Tampa Bay Rays home games, Tropicana Field has been the site of numerous other events, including college football games, concerts, and trade shows. It has also hosted the [[NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament]] and the [[NHL All-Star Game]].
 ==Transportation and Access==
-Tropicana Field is accessible by car, with several parking lots available around the stadium. Public transportation options include the [[Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority]] (PSTA) buses, which provide service to the stadium.
+Tropicana Field is accessible by car, with ample parking available in the surrounding area. Public transportation options include bus services provided by the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA). The stadium is located near major highways, making it accessible from various parts of the Tampa Bay region.
-==Future Plans==
+==Future Developments==
-There have been discussions about the future of Tropicana Field, including potential renovations or the construction of a new stadium for the [[Tampa Bay Rays]]. These plans are still in the early stages, and no definitive decisions have been made.
+There have been ongoing discussions about the future of Tropicana Field, including potential renovations or the construction of a new stadium for the Tampa Bay Rays. These discussions are part of broader efforts to enhance the fan experience and ensure the long-term viability of Major League Baseball in the Tampa Bay area.
-==See also==
+==Also see==
-* [[List of Major League Baseball stadiums]]
 * [[Tampa Bay Rays]]
+* [[Major League Baseball]]
 * [[St. Petersburg, Florida]]
+* [[Domed stadium]]
+* [[Artificial turf]]
-==References==
+{{Stadiums in Florida}}
-{{Reflist}}
+{{Tampa Bay Rays}}
-==External links==
-{{commons category|Tropicana Field}}
 [[Category:Sports venues in Florida]]
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 [[Category:Buildings and structures in St. Petersburg, Florida]]
 [[Category:1990 establishments in Florida]]
-[[Category:Indoor arenas in Florida]]
-[[Category:Domes in the United States]]
-[[Category:Tourist attractions in St. Petersburg, Florida]]
-{{Tampa Bay Rays}}
-{{MLB venues}}
-{{food-stub}}