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Stuart L. Sternberg (born August 8, 1959) is an American Wall Street investor. He is the principal shareholder of the ownership group that owns the Tampa Bay Rays and acts as the team's Managing General Partner since November 2005.
Learn about Stuart Sternberg's 20-year tenure as the leader of the Rays franchise, from its rebranding in 2008 to its World Series appearances in 2008 and 2020. Find out how he built a successful and innovative organization, a community-focused culture, and a fan-friendly ballpark.
Mar 29, 2024 · Sternberg discusses the Rays' high payroll, their five consecutive postseason appearances and their plan to build a new ballpark by 2028. He says he is optimistic about the project, but acknowledges some hurdles to overcome.
Sep 19, 2023 · Tampa Bay Rays owner Stuart Sternberg, center, behind podium, speaks to invited guests and members of the media at Tropicana Field as the baseball team announced plans for a new stadium during a news conference Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023, in St. Petersburg, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O’Meara)
- Born and Raised in Brooklyn. Sternberg was both born and raised in Brooklyn's Carnarsie neighborhood. Once upon a time, the neighborhood was a settlement for fishers, which transformed into a resort town for a time in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
- Became Interested in Baseball As a Child. Like a lot of baseball team owners, Sternberg became a big fan of the sport when he was still a child. In particular, it is worth noting that he spent a lot of time playing baseball on the streets as well as in the playgrounds.
- Went to a Yeshiva. Sternberg came from a Jewish background. As a result, he went to yeshiva through third grade, which refers to the Jewish educational institute that is meant to provide its students with an understanding of Judaism's traditional religious texts.
- Went to St. John's University. Education-wise, Sternberg went to St. John's University, which is a private Catholic school that can be found in New York City.
Mar 30, 2023 · PETERSBURG — Rays principal owner Stuart Sternberg said talks continue for a new stadium with both St. Petersburg and Tampa officials, and he expects a deal to be struck somewhere by the end of...
Mar 20, 2024 · Stuart Sternberg is entering his 19th season as principal owner of the Rays, with considerable success on his resume but still seeking two major goals: a World Series championship and a new ...
