Larkin said at his introductory press conference that the Orlando group is open to pursuing both an expansion franchise or a potentially relocated one (alluding to the Rays’ situation). Manfred was asked about the possibility of relocating the Rays in November. He replied that MLB remained “focused on our franchise in Tampa Bay.”

Iconic shortstop spent entire illustrious career with same team. Raised family in his adopted city of Orlando, Florida. Larkin will spearhead relationships and communications with Major League Baseball as well as providing strategic guidance to Orlando's

Hall of Famer and Cincinnati Reds legend Barry Larkin has joined the Orlando Dreamers, an organization trying to lure a major league franchise to the city, as an MLB ambassador, it was announced earlier this week.