DR authorities investigate claims MLB star Wander Franco had relationship with minor

• Allegations circulated on social media over the weekend
• Shortstop has been placed on MLB's restricted list

Authorities in the Dominican Republic are investigating Tampa Bay Rays All-Star shortstop Wander Franco for an alleged relationship with a minor, according to a statement on Monday from the country's office of the attorney general.

The Rays had earlier placed the 22-year-old on the restricted list, a move that will sideline Franco for at least six games while MLB investigates social media posts involving the player.