MLB investigating allegations against Wander Franco
The Tampa Bay Rays addressed allegations concerning their shortstop, Wander Franco through a statement, following social media posts circulating on Sunday. The team acknowledged their awareness of the situation and mentioned that Major League Baseball is diligently looking into the matter. Despite speculation, Rays’ manager Kevin Cash refrained from commenting on the issue after the team’s loss to the Guardians. He clarified that Franco’s absence from the lineup was due to a scheduled day off and unrelated to any other developments.
During the game, the Rays substituted debuting infielder Osleivis Basabe in place of Franco at shortstop. Basabe was recalled just before the match, leading to the demotion of lefty pitcher Josh Fleming. Franco, aged 22, signed a long-term contract extension with the Rays in November 2021. Notably, he earned his first All-Star Game selection in the ongoing season and boasts a batting average of.281/.344/.475 across 112 games. The Rays’ organization is closely coordinating with Major League Baseball in response to the social media allegations, reflecting their commitment to addressing the situation thoughtfully.
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