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Tampa Bay Rays finalize 11-year, $182-million deal with Wander
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Rays' Franco returns after benching: 'Need to control my emotions
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Why did the Tampa Bay Rays bench Wander Franco? - AS USA
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Wander Franco returns to Rays lineup
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Following historic start, slumping Rays are suddenly playing catch-up
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Rays' Wander Franco homers after two-game benching
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Wander Franco dropped by Tampa Bay Rays after social media
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Wander Franco homers in return to Rays lineup vs. Royals following
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Rays lose first game after 13-0 start, fall 6-3 to Blue
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Rays' Wander Franco gets positive message amid benching
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Wander Franco homers in return to Rays after two-day benching
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Wander Franco homers in return to Rays lineup vs. Royals following
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Rays bench young shortstop Wander Franco over handling of his