The Rays will play at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg through the 2028 season. City council members want to discuss the economic impact and plans if new owners move the team. St. Petersburg city leaders are preparing to have a frank conversation about the future and the finances if the Tampa Bay Rays leave town after the 2028 season. READ: Tropicana Field repairs: St. Pete leaders approve agreement for new turf, non-roof repairs"Our businesses on Central Avenue are hurting," said Councilman Corey Givens. PREVIOUS: Tampa Bay Rays sale looming, land being eyed in ChannelsideFloyd agrees the broader economic impact is worth reviewing.