Tampa Bay Rays to Open 2023 Season at George M. Steinbrenner Field

Rays and Yankees to Face Off in Exhibition Game

The Tampa Bay Rays will open their 2023 season with an exhibition game against the New York Yankees at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Florida. The game is scheduled for Saturday, February 25, at 1:05 p.m. ET.

Rays Excited for New Season

The Rays are coming off a disappointing 2022 season in which they finished with a record of 86-76 and missed the playoffs. However, the team is optimistic about their chances in 2023, as they have added several key players, including shortstop Wander Franco and pitcher Zach Eflin.

Franco is one of the most promising young players in baseball, and he is expected to be a key part of the Rays' offense in 2023. Eflin is a solid starting pitcher who should provide the Rays with some much-needed depth in their rotation.

Yankees Looking to Bounce Back

The Yankees are also coming off a disappointing season, as they were eliminated by the Houston Astros in the American League Championship Series. However, the Yankees have a lot of talent on their roster, and they are expected to be one of the favorites to win the World Series in 2023.

The Yankees have added some key players this offseason, including outfielder Andrew Benintendi and pitcher Carlos Rodón. Benintendi is a solid hitter who should provide the Yankees with some much-needed pop in their lineup. Rodón is a talented starting pitcher who should help the Yankees improve their rotation.

Tickets on Sale Now

Tickets for the Rays-Yankees exhibition game are on sale now. Tickets can be purchased online at the Rays' website or at the Tropicana Field box office.