WANDER FRANCO NEWS

Reaches base four times Franco went 2-for-2 with a double and two walks Tuesday against the Astros.

Impact Franco had two of the Rays' three hits on the night, highlighted by a double in the sixth inning. He's in the midst of a seven-game hitting streak, though he's produced only two RBI and one run scored in that span. Franco has had a disappointing season, as he has just a .125 ISO with five home runs and five stolen bases across 295 plate appearances.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting Sunday Franco is not in Sunday's lineup against the Rangers, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.

Impact Franco is hitting .278 with two doubles, two strikeouts and one walk in 10 games since getting activated earlier this month. Taylor Walls is starting at shortstop and hitting ninth.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Franco activated by Rays before series opener In Bronx

Shortstop Wander Franco was activated from the 10-day injured list by the Tampa Bay Rays after missing two months with a right hamate bone injury that required surgery

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rays' Wander Franco exits rehab game earlier than expected ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Wander Franco left his second rehab game early due to issues with his right hand.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Rays SS Wander Franco set to resume rehab assignment Sunday Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is set to resume his minor league rehab assignment with Triple-A Durham on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Rays SS Wander Franco set to resume rehab assignment Sunday ST. PETERBURG, Fla. (AP) — Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is set to resume his minor league rehab assignment with Triple-A Durham on Sunday. Franco, who went on the injured...

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022 • WINNIPEGFREEPRESS.COM

Rays SS Wander Franco set to resume rehab assignment Sunday

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is set to resume his minor league rehab assignment with Triple-A Durham on Sunday

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leaves rehab assignment, return TBD Franco was pulled off his rehab assignment at Triple-A Durham on Sunday after experiencing lingering soreness in his surgically-repaired right wrist while swinging the bat, Marc To...

Impact After starting the rehab assignment at Durham on Tuesday, Franco appeared in just one game before the Rays opted to have him rest for a few days with the hope that it provide sufficient time for the pain in his wrist to dissipate. However, the four consecutive days off apparently weren't enough to resolve the issue, so Franco will head back to the team's facility in St. Petersburg for further treatment. Since he hasn't played for the big club since July 9, Franco will likely need to head back to a minor-league affiliate for game action at some point before being activated from the 10-day injured list, but it's unclear when he might be able to do in light of the setback.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to rest Franco (wrist) is not in the lineup Thursday for Triple-A Durham, according to play-by-play announcer Patrick Kinas.

Impact Franco will sit for a second straight day while undergoing treatment on his sore wrist. According to Durham manager Brady Williams, Franco's absence is "more about pain tolerance and being pain-free" while swinging than anything else. It's unclear when Franco will take the field next, but it's a good sign that he has not been recalled from his rehab assignment.

AUGUST 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out Wednesday at Triple-A Franco (wrist) received treatment after experiencing soreness in his right hand Tuesday and isn't playing Wednesday for Triple-A Durham, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact The 21-year-old exited his first rehab game Tuesday due to the soreness, and he'll have to wait at least one day before rejoining Durham's lineup. Tampa Bay previously hoped Franco would be able to rejoin the big-league club this weekend, but that timeline may be pushed back. He'll be re-evaluated Thursday and should be considered day-to-day in the meantime.

AUGUST 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Exits rehab game Franco (wrist) was removed from his rehab game with Triple-A Durham on Tuesday due to general soreness in his right hand, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact It was the first game of Franco's rehab assignment, so it's an ominous sign he was unable to finish the contests. It may not be a serious issue as the 21-year-old could be back in the lineup for Durham on Wednesday, but it's worth keeping an eye on his status over the next couple days.

AUGUST 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could return by this weekend Franco (wrist) could return from the 10-day injured list as early as this weekend, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Franco is expected to join Triple-A Durham for a rehab assignment early this week, and he's closing in on his return from the injured list. Even if the 21-year-old isn't cleared to rejoin the Rays for their home series against the Royals this weekend, he'll likely be able to return sometime next week.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rays SS Wander Franco takes on-field batting practice

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco took on-field batting practice for the first time since being sidelined last month by a right hamate bone injury that required surgery

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nearing rehab assignment Franco (wrist) is nearing a rehab assignment that will begin with the Rays' Florida Complex League team, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Franco recently began running, playing catch and hitting off a tee. He'll begin the next step towards a return in the coming days, though no exact date was provided. It's unclear how long Franco's rehab assignment may last, but a return during the team's upcoming weekend series against the Royals seems possible.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing batting practice Franco (wrist) could be ready to resume taking live batting practice as soon as Friday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Just under a month after getting surgery to repair a fractured hamate bone in his right wrist, Franco appears to be roughly in line with where the Rays had hoped he would be up to this point in his recovery. He'll likely hit off a tee or take dry swings over the next few days as the Rays look to gauge whether he's fit to face live pitching this weekend. If Franco does get the green light to take BP, he could be cleared to start throwing and taking part in fielding work next week. Franco was expected to be sidelined for 5-to-8 weeks at the time of his surgery, so he would seemingly have a shot at being ready to return from the IL by the end of August.

AUGUST 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rays' Wander Franco Had $650k in Jewelry Stolen From Car The items were stolen from the Tampa Bay shortstop while he was away on rehab assignment in Florida.

JULY 22, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Rays' Wander Franco has $650K in jewelry stolen from Rolls Royce, ESPN reports Deputies have arrested a man they said stole a safe from Franco’s car while he was training in Jacksonville.

JULY 22, 2022 • TAMPABAY.COM

Rays incorporate NFT into Wander Franco bobblehead promotion All fans attending Saturday’s game will receive a follow-up email with instructions on how to claim the digitally collectible NFT.

JULY 16, 2022 • TAMPABAY.COM

Surgery completed Franco announced Tuesday via his personal Instagram account that he had successful surgery on his right wrist, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Impact Franco is expected to require 5-to-8 weeks of recovery time after getting the procedure to repair a fractured hamate bone. Taylor Walls is expected to serve as the Rays' everyday shortstop while Franco is on the 10-day injured list.

JULY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Franco needs wrist surgery, could miss 5-8 weeks CINCINNATI -- Rays shortstop Wander Franco was placed on the IL with a wrist injury on Sunday, a day after exiting the club's 5-4, 10-inning...

JULY 11, 2022 • MLB.COM

Slated to undergo surgery Franco (wrist) will undergo surgery Tuesday to repair his fractured hamate bone and is expected to require 5-to-8 weeks of recovery time, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports...

Impact The 21-year-old was diagnosed with a hamate injury in his right wrist over the weekend, but the Rays didn't immediately announce whether or not he would require a procedure. With surgery now having been deemed necessary, Franco won't be in line to rejoin the Rays until at least mid-August. Taylor Walls should serve as the Rays' primary shortstop while Franco is sidelined.

JULY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rays' Wander Franco to injured list with wrist discomfort

Shortstop Wander Franco was put on the 10-day injured list by the Tampa Bay Rays, one day after he left the game against the Cincinnati Reds with what the team called right wrist d...

JULY 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rays Place Wander Franco on Injured List With Hand Injury The shortstop is expected to miss 6-8 weeks.

JULY 10, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Rays report: Jeffrey Springs sidelined along with Wander Franco, Kevin Kiermaier Jonathan Aranda, Josh Fleming and Luke Raley are called up; also Phoenix Sanders replaces Calvin Faucher.

JULY 10, 2022 • TAMPABAY.COM

Officially moves to injured list Franco (wrist) was placed on the 10-day injured list Sunday, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.

Impact The 21-year-old is dealing with a hamate injury in his right wrist which could require surgery, with the resulting procedure expected to sideline him for 6-to-8 weeks. Franco will be further evaluated Monday when the Rays return from their current road trip, which could bring more clarity regarding whether or not he'll need surgery. Taylor Walls is expected to take over as Tampa Bay's primary shortstop, while Yu Chang and Jonathan Aranda could also see increased playing time in Franco's absence.

JULY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE