Maikel Franco Stats
- Height / Weight
- 6' 1" / 225 lbs.
- Date of Birth (Age)
- 8/26/1992 (31)
- Experience
- 6
- College
- None
Maikel Franco Season Stats
Last 10 Games
Maikel Franco News
The Atlanta Braves have signed third baseman Maikel Franco to a minor league deal. The 29-year-old corner infielder was released by the Baltimore Orioles in late August. He hit .210/.253/.355 with 11 homers and 47 RBI during his time with the O's. This isn't a huge signing for the Braves, but does give them depth. Franco has some pop in his bat and is capable of being a 20-25 home run player. The Braves are willing to take the risk, especially on a minor league deal. It's uncertain when or if he'll actually join the Braves active roster. Fantasy managers can go ahead and ignore Franco. He'll be a bench bat, assuming he ever gets to play for the Braves.
The Baltimore Orioles designated third baseman Maikel Franco for assignment on Monday. The 28-year-old signed a one-year deal after a very productive 2020 season, but slashed just .210/.253/.355 with 11 home runs and 47 RBI over 403 plate appearances. The O's number 18 prospect second baseman Jahmai Jones was recalled from Triple-A Norfolk in a corresponding move. The 24-year-old hasn't fared much better, slashing .238/.329/.417 with 10 HR, 35 RBI, and 10 stolen bases over 290 plate appearances. However, this set of moves will give the O's the opportunity to evaluate Jones.Infielder Richie Martin and pitcher Conner Greene were also optioned to Triple-A Norfolk as well. All in all, there aren't many fantasy implications in these moves.
Baltimore Orioles third baseman Maikel Franco is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Atlanta Braves. Ramon Urias will play third and bat seventh in his place. Franco hasn't been able to replicate what he did in 2020, when he put up a .778 OPS, slashing .214/.258/.363 with 11 HRs, 47 RBI, and 31 runs in 101 games this year. He doesn't have significance in most formats, but can be a factor in AL-only leagues. Fantasy managers rostering Franco should adjust their lineup accordingly.
