Tampa Bay All-Star shortstop Wander Franco has been put on administrative leave through June 1 as part of an agreement between Major League Baseball and the players' association. This decision comes as an investigation continues into an alleged relationship with a minor.
It is important to note that administrative leave is not considered disciplinary under the sport’s joint domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse policy. During this period, Franco will continue to receive his salary, which amounts to $2 million for this year. The player has chosen to remain in his native Dominican Republic while authorities there conduct their investigation and did not report to spring training.
