Wander Samuel Franco Aybar Sr., commonly known by his nickname El Patron, is a professional basketball player from Dominica. He is presently playing as a shortstop for the Tampa Bay Rays in Major League Baseball (MLB). In the year 2021, Wander started his MLB career. Before stepping into the MLB, he used to play in the minor leagues alongside the Tampa Bay Rays. At the age of 17 Franco.
Recently, in 2023 at the World Baseball Classic Franco represent his home country Dominican Republic for the first time, and marked his first international debut. On the 4th of July 2023, Franco was picked and acquired his first All-Star game as the roster replacement for Aaron Judge.
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| Real Name | Wander Samuel Franco Aybar Sr |
| Nick Name | El Patron |
| Birthplace | Bani, Dominican Republic |
| Date of Birth | March 1, 2001 |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Profession | Professional Baseball Shortstop |
| Nationality | Dominican |
Wander Franco Age
The age of Wander Franco is 22 years.
Career
Franco, highly regarded as one of the top international players in the 2017 class, marked a deal with the Tampa Bay Rays on July 2, 2017. His professional journey began in 2018 with the Princeton Rays, where he made his debut. At just 17 years old, Franco acquired honored as the 2018 Appalachian League Player of the Year, with his score line that the board members .374/.445/.636 line with 11 homers and 57 RBIs over 245 plate appearances.
Entering the 2019 season, Franco marked a very stunning performance and was recognized and earned the rank of the fourth-best candidate in baseball that season.
The season his journey continued with his fellow Tampa mates. Demonstrating his talent, Franco booked a notable place in the 2019 All-Star Futures Game and ended the season with an impressive scorecard of .327/.398/.487 line, along with nine home runs and 53 RBIs.
Heading into the 2020 season, Franco’s reputation soared as he was hailed as the top prospect across all of baseball. A significant moment arrived on September 22 when the Rays added him to their Player pool for potential participation in the MLB postseason.
In 2021, despite an invitation to major league spring training, Franco commenced the season in Triple-A with the Durham Bulls. In 39 games with Durham, his performance shone through with a remarkable .315/.367/.586 line, including seven home runs and 35 RBIs.
A career in Tempa Bay Rays
On June 20, 2021, the Tempa surprised the global fans by declaring Franco’s placement in the major leagues, just before the march against the Boston Red Sox. Then on June 22, he was officially listed on the 40-man roster by the club.
On August 25, 2021, Franco continued his impressive form and managed to play straight 26 consecutive games and set a record.
Later the same year Franco again signed an extended eleven-year contract worth $182 million along with a club option of $25 million for a possible twelfth year with Tempa, Remarkably.
On April 22, 2022, Franco listed his first multi-home run against the Boston Red Sox. Recently on July 4, 2023, Franco achieved earned a spot in his first All-Star game. When he emerged as the replacement for Aaron Judge.
Physical Appearance
| Height | 5 Feet 9 inches |
| Weight | 79 kg |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Black |
Family
| Father | Wander |
| Mother | Nancy Aybar |
| Brother | Wander Alexander Franco and Wander Javier Franco |
Relationship
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife | Not Disclosed |
Educational Qualification
| Schooling | Not Disclosed |
| College | Not Disclosed |
| University | Not Disclosed |
| Degree | Not Disclosed |
Lifestyle
| Does Wander Franco, Consume Alcohol? | Not Disclosed |
| Does he, Smoke? | Not Disclosed |
| Does he, Drive? | Yes |
| Does Wander Franco, Swims? | Yes |
| Does he know cooking? | Yes |
| Is he a Yoga Practitioner? | Yes |
| Does Gym? | Yes |
| Is Wander Franco a Jogger? | Yes |
| Eating Habit? | Not Disclosed |
Net Worth
| Net Worth | $7-8 Million Dollars |
| Income Sources | Profession and Brand Promotiosn |
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FAQ
Who is Wander Franco?
Wander Franco is a talented globally popular Baseball player.
How old is Wander Franco?
The age of Wander Franco is 22 years as of now in 2023.
How tall is Wander Franco?
Wander Franco is 5 feet 9 inches tall.