Wander Franco is a Dominican professional baseball shortstop who made his MLB debut and played for the Major League Baseball team, the Tampa Bay Rays. He was also an All-Star in 2023.
Wander Franco Biography
| Full Name | Wander Sanuel Franco Aybar |
| Nickname | Wander Franco |
| Profession | Professional baseball shortstop |
| Date of Birth | 1 Marc 2001 |
| Age | 25 years old (as of 2026) |
| Birth Place | Bani, Dominican, Republic |
| Nationality | Dominican |
| School | Not known |
| College | Not known |
| Education Qualification | Not publicly disclosed |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Religion | Christianity |
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Wander Franco Age
Wander Franco (Wander Samuel Franco) was born on 1 March 2001 in Bani, Dominican Republic. He is 25 years old as of 2026, and his zodiac sign is Pisces.
Wander Franco Wife, Son
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Rachelly Paulino (childhood sweetheart) |
| Spouse/wife | Rachelly Paulino |
| Children | Son – Wander Samuel Franco Jr., and another son (b. 2022) Daughter – N/A |
Wander Franco Family
| Father’s Name | Wander Franco |
| Mother’s Name | Nancy Aybar |
| Brother’s Name | Wander Alexander and Wander Javier |
| Sister’s Name | Not known |
Career
| Debut | 22 June 2021, for the Tampa Bay Rays |
| Bats | Switch |
| Throws | Right |
| MLB Stats (as of 2023 season) | Batting average – .282 Home runs – 30 Runs batted in – 130 |
| Team | 2021-23 – Tampa Bay Rays |
| Career highlights/awards | 2023 – All-Star |
Wander Franco Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 178 cm In meters – 1.78 m In feet & inches – 5’10” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 85 kg In pounds – 189 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
Wander Franco Net Worth
The estimated net worth of an American professional baseball shortstop—as of 2025, before his suspension and two-year prison sentence—falls between $6 million and $15 million. His primary source of income has been his baseball career. The 11-year, $182 million contract he signed with the Rays in 2021 marked a significant milestone in his financial portfolio.
| Net Worth (Approx) | $6 million to $15 million (as of May 2026) |
| Annual Income (Approx) | Update soon |
| Salary (Approx) | Since being placed on the restricted list in August 2023, he has not been not been receiving hi salary |
| Real Estate | Not publicly disclosed |
| Income sources | NBA contract, endorsement, social media, etc. |
Some Interesting Facts About Wander Franco
- Wander Franco was born and raised in Bani, Dominican Republic.
- His mother is the sister of Erick Aybar and Willy Aybar, both of whom played in MLB.
- Franco dropped out of school after sixth grade to focus on baseball.
- His brothers, Wander Alexander Franco and Wander Javier Franco, played in the Houston Astros and San Francisco Giants minor league System.
- He was ranked as one of the top international prospects in the 2017 international class.
- He made his professional debut in 2018 with the Princeton Ryas.
- Franco was named the 2018 Appalachian League Player of the Year after hitting for a .374/.445/.636.
- Before the 2019 season, he was ranked as the 4th best prospect by Baseball America.
- He played in the Dominican Winter League in the 2020-21 offseason with Leones del Escogido.
- At 20 years and 113 days old, Franco was the second-youngest player (after B.J. Upton) to make his debut for the Rays.
- At age 20, Franco became the youngest player in baseball history to sign a contract worth at least $100 million.
- In April 2022, Franco had his first multi-home run game against the Red Sox.
- Franco Played for the Dominican Republic in the 2023 World Baseball Classic.
- On 10 November 2024, while awaiting trial, Franco was arrested in San Juan de la Maguana after an altercation in which guns were drawn.
- Wander Franco was charged with illegal possession of a handgun in June 2025.
FAQ:
How old is Wander Franco?
As of May 2026, Wander Franco is 25 years old.
What is Wander Franco’s net worth?
As of 2025, Wander Franco is worth around $6 million and $15 million.
Who is Wander Franco’s wife?
Wander Franco is married to his girlfriend, Rachelly Paulino.