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Aaron Hicks benched for defensive misplays in loss to Rays
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Wander Franco returns to Rays lineup
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Rays lose Wander Franco, Kevin Kiermaier due to injury; timetable
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Why Rays star Wander Franco has been benched by Kevin Cash
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Wander Franco dropped by Tampa Bay Rays after social media
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⚾ Jose Siri drives in 4 runs and Zach Eflin earns his 9th win as
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Suddenly struggling Rays lose again to Royals
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Wander Franco homers in return to Rays after 2-day benching
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Wander Franco benched by Rays for not 'being the best teammate
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Wander Franco dropped by Tampa Bay Rays after social media
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Wander Franco benched by Rays for not 'being the best teammate
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Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco back in lineup after two
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Wander Franco homers in return to Rays after 2-day benching