Social media posts regarding Rays shortstop Wander Franco are under investigation by Major League Baseball, Tampa Bay said in a statement Sunday.
"During today’s game, we were made aware of the social media posts that are circulating regarding Wander Franco," the Rays said. "We take the situation seriously and are in close contact with Major League Baseball as it conducts its due diligence."
The club did not detail which social media posts specifically were the target of MLB’s investigation.
