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Trip Miller, founder of a Memphis hedge fund, has made an all-cash offer to buy the Tampa Bay Rays, joining other potential buyers amid ongoing franchise sale negotiations and stadium issues, with a total investment estimated at over $3 billion, emphasizing that relocation outside Central Florida is not planned.
The Washington Commanders and New York Giants were left without working showers in their respective locker rooms at FedEx Field after their game due to a hot water system failure. The Commanders had no water at all, while the Giants had minimal pressure with cold water. This is just the latest in a series of structural issues at FedEx Field, including a railing collapse and a pipe burst. The Commanders' new ownership group may need to expedite plans for a new stadium given the ongoing problems at their current venue.
A group led by Laura Ricketts, co-owner of the Chicago Cubs, has reached an agreement in principle to purchase the NWSL team, the Chicago Red Stars. The deal is pending final approval from the NWSL Board of Governors. The purchase includes a diverse group of Chicago women business and civic leaders. The Red Stars, currently in 11th place, have been in need of greater investment and face challenges with their stadium situation. The team's current home, SeatGeek Stadium, has accessibility issues, and finding a more sustainable venue is a priority. The sale agreement reflects the growing interest and momentum in women's soccer, and the NWSL is optimistic about the future of the Red Stars under new ownership.