sport news Wander Franco 'is placed on administrative leave until June 1' as the Tampa Bay ... trends now By Isabel Baldwin Published: 14:45 GMT, 28 March 2024 | Updated: 14:47 GMT, 28 March 2024 Viewcomments Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco has reportedly been placed on administrative leave amid criminal proceedings into his alleged inappropriate relationship with a minor. Franco, 23, faces accusations in his native Dominican Republic of sexual and psychological abuse of a 14-year-old girl, allegedly having having a relationship with the teenager and paying her mother thousands of dollars for her consent. Franco who was initially suspended by the Rays has now been placed on administrative leave through June 1 per an agreement between MLB and the MLBPA, according to ESPN. His status could reportedly change depending on developments in the case in the Dominican Republic. More to follow. Tampa Bay RaysMLB Share or comment on this article: Wander Franco 'is placed on administrative leave until June 1' as the Tampa Bay Rays shortstop stands accused of having sexual relationship with a girl, 14, and paying off her mother in the Dominican Republic All rights reserved for this news site (dailymail) and under his responsibility