Wander Franco has been away from the Rays since late on Aug. 13, shortly before the team departed for a six-game road trip.
“Per an agreement between MLB and the MLBPA, Wander Franco has been placed on Administrative Leave until further notice as MLB continues its ongoing investigation,” the league said in a statement. “The administrative leave, effective immediately, is not disciplinary under the Joint Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Policy. We will comment further at the appropriate time.
As of Tuesday morning, Franco’s eligibility for the postseason had not been ruled out, people briefed on the arrangement said. It is possible he could return, depending on what unfolds from here. A player does not have to go on administrative leave to be investigated by MLB or to be eventually punished. Rather, it’s an option the commissioner’s office typically turns to when allegations about a player are public before the league has completed its investigation.
The policy is collectively bargained between the league and union, and any placement on administrative leave can be challenged by a player and brought before an arbitration panel. Therefore, the league has incentive to move for leave only if or when it feels that decision could stand up to scrutiny. A week ago the league was justMuch looks the same for Franco compared to the prior week. He remains on the restricted list, where he was moved shortly after the allegations went public.
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