NewsFox 13 News (WTVT)October 25, 2026Hillsborough County
Tropicana Field features live stingrays, catwalks, and artificial turf for World Series
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As Tropicana Field hosts Games 3 and 4 of the 2026 World Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers, visitors will experience an indoor ballpark known for unique features including a 35-foot touch tank, historic golden seats, and suspended roof catwalks.
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Fans attending games at Tropicana Field encounter specialized stadium infrastructure and game rules, such as structural that alter live ball plays and artificial turf that changes ball movement compared to natural-grass ballparks.
Key Facts
- Tropicana Field is hosting Games 3 and 4 of the 2026 World Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers, with a potential Game 5 scheduled.
- The Rays Touch Tank is a 35-foot-long, 10,000-gallon exhibit near the right-center field wall created in partnership with The Florida Aquarium in 2006.
- The stadium features a slanted, fixed roof supported by four circular catwalks suspended above the field, where a ball striking a catwalk can affect how a play is ruled.
- The seating bowl contains two golden seats marking historic moments achieved by Hall of Famer Boggs while playing for Tampa Bay.
- The team features three ballpark characters: Raymond, DJ Kitty, and Stinger.
- Dining and social areas include the First Base Food Hall, Third Base Food Hall, Budweiser Porch, Ballpark & Rec, DEX Imaging Home Plate Club, and MaintenX SkyDeck.
- The playing surface uses Shaw Sports Turf artificial turf across the field with all-dirt basepaths in the infield.
Who's Mentioned
OrganizationThird Base Food Hall“Ballpark concession and food space.”PersonBoggs“Hall of Famer who reached career milestones while playing for Tampa Bay, honored”PersonDJ Kitty“Team character available to meet fans before the game.”PersonRaymond“Team mascot available to meet fans before the game.”OrganizationFirst Base Food Hall“Ballpark concession and food space.”locationTropicana Field“Baseball stadium hosting the World Series in St. Petersburg.”OrganizationMilwaukee Brewers“Visiting Major League Baseball team.”OrganizationThe Florida Aquarium“Partner in creating the Rays Touch Tank exhibit.”locationBudweiser Porch“Center field patio-style food and drink setting.”PersonStinger“Team character with a role tied to the touch tank.”OrganizationBallpark & Rec“Indoor-outdoor space near the Budweiser Porch.”OrganizationDEX Imaging Home Plate Club“Premium stadium club area with a speakeasy lounge and candy room.”locationSt. Petersburg“City where Tropicana Field is located.”locationMaintenX SkyDeck“Elevated social space above left field.”OrganizationTampa Bay Rays“Host Major League Baseball team.”