JulioFranco

First Baseman

Birthdate
8/23/1958
BAT/THR
Right/Right
Birthplace
San Pedro de Macoris, Dominican Republic

Birthdate
8/23/1958
BAT/THR
Right/Right
Birthplace
San Pedro de Macoris, Dominican Republic

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11Y
ESPN.com

MLB

Former All-Star Franco, 56, signs in Japan

Rangers

MLB

Franco, 55, hopes playing stint opens door

12Y
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JulioFranco

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Former All-Star Franco, 56, signs in Japan

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