Rangers ALERT: Prospect Bayron Lora In Serious Car Accident
Texas Rangers outfield prospect Bayron Lora was involved in a serious car accident Saturday in the Dominican Republic, the team has confirmed.
The club released the following statement on the accident:
“We are aware of the accident involving Bayron Lora and several other individuals today in the Dominican Republic. We are working to gather more information at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with the individuals who were involved in this accident and with their families. We have will have no further comment until we have more information on the accident. Thank you for your understanding.”
Lora, 18, was driving the black Hilux truck, accompanied by a group of several people, one of whom died, while the others are in serious condition, according to MLB Insider Héctor Gómez. Lora was "progressing satisfactorily in his health," according to Gómez, who initially reported that Lora was supposedly in "serious condition."
The Rangers signed Lora out of the Dominican Republic in August of 2019 for $3.9 million. The youngster is well known for his massive power at the plate, and was expected to make his professional debut this year.
Lora is the Rangers' No. 20 prospect as listed on the MLB Pipeline, and is listed as the No. 12 prospect via the rankings from Baseball America.
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