Rays Shortstop Wander Franco Arrested in Dominican Republic Amid Investigation

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco was arrested in the Dominican Republic after being questioned by prosecutors about an alleged inappropriate relationship with a minor. Despite the ongoing investigation by both Major League Baseball and Dominican authorities, Franco, who denies the allegations, was placed on the restricted list last August and went on paid administrative leave. He was having a standout season before the allegations emerged and has an 11-year contract with the Rays, who have since reinstated him on the 40-man roster.