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Dominican Republic authorities raided two homes searching for Tampa Bay Rays star Wander Franco amid allegations he had an inappropriate relationship with a minor, Spanish outlet Listin Diario reported Tuesday.
Franco, 22, was placed on administrative leave by Major League Baseball in August not long after the allegations were made that he had relationships with underage women.
Franco, who was one of the sports top prospects prior to his MLB debut in 2021, hit .281 with 17 home runs and 30 stolen bases in 112 games last season. He last played for the team on August 12.
In November 2021, Franco signed an 11-year, $182 million contract with the Rays.
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Latest Mets News
The Mets have a “strong interest” in Lucas Giolito, according to Mike Puma of the New York Post. Read more here.
Former Mets reliever Trevor May posted a YouTube video explaining why he retired from baseball. Watch here.
The Hall of Fame has reached 50 ballots, here’s a glimpse at voting trends for many top stars, including multiple former Mets.
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Latest MLB News
The Blue Jays re-signed Kevin Kiermaier to a one-year, $10 million deal, according to Mark Feinsand of mlb.com. More on the deal here.
The Chicago White Sox and catcher Martin Maldonado agreed on a one-year contract, per Robert Murray of Fansided.
The New York Yankees traded outfielder Estevan Florial to the Cleveland Guardians in exchange for pitcher Cody Morris, both clubs announced.
The Dodgers are monitoring outfielder Teoscar Hernandez, but are not the favorites to sign him, per Francys Romero.
Longtime shortstop Andrelton Simmons announced his retirement. Jared Tims of TalkinHalos reported the news.
Latest on MMO
Patrick Glynn dives into the Mets reported interest of Lucas Giolito here.
On this Date in Mets History
1988: It has been 35 years since Gary Cohen was hired as the radio announcers for the New York Mets. More than three decades later, he’s the defining voice for a generation of Mets fans. Here’s a YouTube compilation of some of his finest moments.
Birthdays: Rick Porcello (35), Addison Reed (35) , David Aardsma (42), Jeff D’Amico (48), Raul Gonzalez (50), Bobby Klaus (86)
