Wander Franco Convicted in Dominican Republic, MLB Future in Jeopardy
Wander Franco Convicted in Dominican Republic, MLB Future in Jeopardy Former Tampa Bay Rays star Wander Franco was convicted of sexual abuse in a Dominican court on Thursday, receiving a two-year suspended prison sentence. The verdict marks a significant development in a case that has kept the once-promising infielder off the field since August 2023. Franco, who remains under contract with the Rays, faced grave charges including sexual abuse, sexual exploitation against a minor, and human trafficking. Prosecutors presented extensive…