Wander Franco, shortstop for the Tampa Bay Rays, was convicted of sexually abusing a minor, specifically a 14-year-old girl, while he was 21. He received a suspended two-year prison sentence and specific conditions were imposed to prevent further offenses. The victim's mother was simultaneously convicted of trafficking her daughter, receiving a 10-year prison sentence. This conviction inhibits Franco from obtaining a work visa in the U.S., complicating his employment status and finances under his substantial MLB contract, while an MLB investigation remains ongoing to assess further disciplinary actions against him.
Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco was found guilty of sexual abuse of a minor, receiving a suspended two-year prison sentence in the Dominican Republic.
The mother of the victim was convicted of sexually trafficking her daughter and sentenced to 10 years in prison for seeking financial benefits from Franco.
Franco's conviction complicates his ability to secure a work visa in the U.S., potentially preventing the Rays from having to pay his $182 million contract.
Major League Baseball stated it will conclude an open investigation into Franco's conduct as part of its domestic violence and abuse policy.
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