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Wander Franco being investigated by MLB, goes on Rays' restricted list
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Wander Franco on restricted list at least a week as MLB investigates
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Why has Wander Franco been placed on the Restricted List? Social media posts against Rays star being investigated
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Rays place Franco on restricted list after investigation into social media posts
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Tampa Bay Rays' Wander Franco Placed on Restricted List as Controversy Continues - Fastball
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Dominican authorities investigate Rays' Wander Franco for an alleged relationship with a minor - ABC News
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Wander Franco investigation: MLB's likely next steps - The Athletic
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Wander Franco Placed on Administrative Leave by MLB - The New York Times
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DR investigates Wander Franco for alleged relationship with minor
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Rays place Wander Franco on restricted list while MLB investigates social media posts
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Rays place Wander Franco on the Restricted List amid allegations of improper relationship with minor