Wander Franco is placed on administrative leave by Major League Baseball as investigations continue into Rays star’s alleged relationships with underaged girls

Tampa Bay Rays All-Star shortstop Wander Franco has been put on administrative leave as investigations continue into his alleged relationships with underage girls.

The 22-year-old’s seven-day stay on the restricted list was due to end ahead of Tampa Bay’s opener against Colorado on Tuesday night.

On Tuesday morning, MLB confirmed they had put Franco on administrative league as the league and authorities in the player’s native Dominic Republic carried on their probes.

‘Per an agreement between MBL and the MLBPA, Wander Franco has been placed on Administrative Leave until further notice as MLB continues its ongoing investigation,’ the statement read.

‘The administrative leave, effective immediately, is not disciplinary under the Joint Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Policy. We will comment further at the appropriate time.

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