All-Star Wander Franco has been accused of being in an inappropriate relationship with a minor in the biggest story that has rocked Major League Baseball this year.
Authorities in the Dominican Republic are investigating Tampa Bay Rays All-Star shortstop Wander Franco for an alleged relationship with a minor, according to a statement Monday from the office of the attorney general in his native country.
It seems we are getting more behind-the-scenes details of what was going on.
A post popped up on X this week that is painting a grim picture of what Wander had going on and how he may be getting extorted in this situation.
A new report is now alleging that Wander had been with the alleged girl when he was 17-years-old and she was 13. The relationship was repeatedly approved by the family, but he would stop the relationship before he turned 18.
The post also says the girl is now 19 with a daughter that is almost two but does not belong to Wander. It further alleges she wanted $200,000 and a Mercedes Benz from Franco, and when he refused, she decided to go public with these accusations.
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Remember, take this post with a grain of salt as it is just allegations that have not been proven.
The Rays, meanwhile, placed the 22-year-old on the restricted list, a move that will sideline Franco for at least six games while MLB investigates social media posts involving the player.
Asked about Franco’s alleged relationship with the minor, the media office of the attorney general in the Dominican Republic said in a statement “There are investigations regarding that matter.”
Franco is hitting .281 with 17 homers and 58 RBIs this season. He had played in 40 consecutive games before taking Sunday off, hitting .411 (23 for 56) with six homers and 11 RBIs over his past 11 games.
There is no telling if he might step back on the field in 2023.
