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Tampa Bay Rays AL East
 
Wander Franco • #5 • IF
Status:Administrative leave, restricted list
Ht/Wt:5'10", 189 lbs.
Born:Mar 1, 2001 (23 yrs) in Bani, DOM
Experience:2 years
Drafted:Signed by Tampa Bay in 2017.
Bats:S
Throws:R
Scouting Report
A five-tool talent and offensive force, this unshakable athlete brings truly elite bat speed to the major leagues. A switch hitter with a powerful and compact swing, he has good pitch recognition and enough patience to find the right pitch to crush. Able to find consistent contact and get on base, he is always a threat to steal bases. Even with his low strikeout rate, he could still improve on tracking the curveball. His agility and arm strength allow him to play any infield position and be successful, even if his accuracy could still be improved.
Long Range Potential: Elite slugging infielder.
Career Honors & Awards
League Honor Description
Midwest League (A) Prospect of the Year 2019
Midwest League (A) All-Star Team 2019
Florida State League (A) All-Star Team 2019
Appalachian League (R) Most Valuable Player 2018
Appalachian League (R) All-Star Team 2018
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