Wander Franco
Born: 3/1/2001 in Bani, Peravia, D.R.
MLB Debut: 2021-06-22 | Final Game: 2022-10-04
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 189 lbs
Full name: Wander Samuel Franco
Biography
Wander Franco was a talented position player whose professional baseball career spanned from June 22, 2021, to October 4, 2022. Born in 2001, Franco burst onto the scene with the Tampa Bay Rays, quickly becoming known for his exceptional hitting ability and dynamic presence on the field. Over the course of 265 games, he recorded 292 hits, including 30 home runs and 130 RBIs, while maintaining a solid batting average of .282. His speed on the bases was another facet of his game, as he swiped 40 stolen bases during his brief but impactful career.
Franco's performance earned him an All-Star selection, highlighting his potential as one of the game's rising stars. His playing style was characterized by a combination of power and agility, making him a versatile asset for any lineup. Despite his relatively short career, Franco's impact on the game and his promise as a future standout left a lasting impression on fans and analysts alike. As a player who emerged in an era marked by increased offensive production and evolving defensive strategies, Franco represented a new generation of talent in Major League Baseball.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 265 | 1037 | 164 | 292 | 61 | 14 | 30 | 130 | 40 | 92 | 139 | 0.282 | 0.340 | 0.454 | 0.795 | 1740.7 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | TBR | AL | 70 | 281 | 53 | 81 | 18 | 5 | 7 | 39 | 2 | 24 | 37 | 0.288 | 540.3 |
| 2022 | TBR | AL | 83 | 314 | 46 | 87 | 20 | 3 | 6 | 33 | 8 | 26 | 33 | 0.277 | 259.3 |
| 2023 | TBR | AL | 112 | 442 | 65 | 124 | 23 | 6 | 17 | 58 | 30 | 42 | 69 | 0.281 | 941.1 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 28 | 5 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 0.286 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | ALWC1 | TBA | 2 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.111 |
| 2021 | ALDS2 | TBA | 4 | 19 | 5 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0.368 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 3B | 8 | 7 | 5 | 12 | 4 | 1 |
| SS | 246 | 241 | 253 | 623 | 19 | 109 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | TBA | 2B | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | TBA | 3B | 8 | 7 | 5 | 12 | 4 | 1 |
| 2021 | TBA | SS | 63 | 62 | 69 | 141 | 5 | 28 |
| 2022 | TBA | SS | 72 | 71 | 68 | 172 | 5 | 26 |
| 2023 | TBA | SS | 111 | 108 | 116 | 310 | 9 | 55 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 1 |
| Third Base | 8 |
| Shortstop | 246 |
| Designated Hitter | 11 |
Award Voting History
| Year | Award | League | Finish | Points Won | Points Max | Votes First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Rookie of the Year | AL | 3rd | 30.0 | 150 | 2 |