Vince Naimoli

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Vincent J. Naimoli

Vince Naimoli is the first owner of the Tampa Bay Devil Rays.

Naimoli is not known for his deep pockets when running his club. Even top prospects like Delmon Young and B.J. Upton have been alienated by moves made at his direction by General Manager Chuck LaMar

• He famously became incensed when an employee used the bathroom in his personal luxury suite.

• Opened a cigar bar in Tropicana Field.

In October 2005, Stuart Sternberg took over control of the club, but Naimoli retains 15% ownership.