Bruce Beal Jr., a 46-year-old executive who works for Dolphins owner Stephen Ross’ real estate firm, has been officially named Ross’ successor with the Dolphins.
Owners at last month’s league meetings approved the succession plan that gives Beal, president and general partner of Ross’ Related Cos. real estate firm, the first option to buy the Dolphins when Ross dies.
He would also have the first right to buy the team if Ross sells the team, which isn’t considered likely.
While the Dolphins denied comment, a league source verified the move to the Palm Beach Post and said that Ross has no intentions to sell the team.