A Dominican appeals court has revoked the pardon granted to Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco in a sex abuse case, according to reports on Thursday. The decision overturns a previous ruling that had cleared Franco of legal liability. The case stems from allegations of sexual abuse involving a minor. Franco, 23, has been on administrative leave from Major League Baseball since August 2023. The appeals court's ruling means the legal proceedings against him will continue. Further details about the court's reasoning were not immediately available.
Dominican Appeals Court Revokes Wander Franco Pardon in Sex Abuse Case
