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11/12/07 The Rays Take Center Stage Unveiling New
Image at Straub Park
 On November 8, 2007, along
the waterfront of Tampa Bay at Straub Park in downtown St. Petersburg, a
fanatical fun-fest took place featuring The Rays unveiling of the
team’s new look and attitude as they prepare for the 2008 MLB season.
Approximately 7,000
fans showed up to see the new logo, to buy apparel, Champs Sports (the
exclusive retail partner of the Rays), to enjoy a live concert by Kevin
Costner’s “Modern West” band, and view a grand fireworks
display that topped off the star-studded evening.
Principal owner of
the team, Stuart Sternberg stated “It’s a new name, new
attitude, and fresh start for the team that has experienced a lot of
changes going into the 2008 MLB season. The new logo and color designs are
reminiscent of nostalgic baseball - clean, crisp, and classical, which
couldn’t be better represented in a city with such historical roots
in the American game.”
“The Bay Area
fans are tremendous, for this size of showing during a week night in
downtown St. Petersburg, exceeded my thoughts and expectations for this
event,” stated Joe Madden, Manager of The Rays.
The 2008 MLB Season
opening game date for The Rays is April 8th vs. the Seattle
Mariners. Sport some new gear for The Rays new era in baseball!
To view highlights of
The Rays’ shining moment, visit them online at www.raysbaseball.com .
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