Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp clinch Triple-A first-half title, secure playoff berth (Copyright 2025 by WJXT News4JAX – All rights reserved.)
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp could soon have a new owner.
City Council is set to review a resolution Tuesday that would approve the team’s sale.
Current owner Ken Babby is part of the group buying the Tampa Bay Rays — and he’s now the Rays’ new CEO. He also owns the Akron RubberDucks, the Guardians’ affiliate.
The potential sale comes on the heels of a historic season for the Shrimp, winning the 2025 Triple-A National Championship.
It’s unclear who would take over ownership of the Jumbo Shrimp if the sale is approved by the city council.
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