MLB prospect, 24, fighting for life after deadly crash in Dominican Republic
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The MLB prospect is under “intensive medical care” following a car crash that killed three people in the Dominican Republic.
Antonio Jimenez, a 24-year-old pitcher in the San Francisco Giants farm system, broke his femur and spine and suffered “several” lacerations as a result of the accident Monday morning.
An SUV collided with two scooters outside the Altice office building in San Pedro de Macoris. local point of sale.
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Antonio Jimenez of the San Francisco Giants runs a bullpen session at Scottsdale Stadium on February 12, 2025 in Scottsdale, Arizona. (Andy Kuno/San Francisco Giants/Getty Images)
“We are aware of the tragic car accident involving one of our players, Antonio Jiménez, and are in the process of gathering more information,” the team said in a statement to Fox News Digital. “Out of respect for everyone affected and due to the ongoing investigation, we will refrain from commenting further at this time.”
Jimenez’s Dominican Winter League team, Toros del Este, said in a statement to X: “Our prayers are with our pitcher Antonio Jiménez, who suffered various injuries in a sad car accident.” “We extend our condolences and prayers to the families of the victims who lost their lives in the incident.”
Montgomery Biscuits’ Antonio Jimenez walks onto the field during the game between the Montgomery Biscuits and the Birmingham Barons at Rickwood Field on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama. (Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos via Getty Images)
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Prospect Savant lists Jimenez as the Giants’ 31st overall prospect.
While pitching for the team’s Triple-A affiliate this season, he posted a 3.55 ERA in which opponents batted .217 in 45.2 innings pitched. He struck out 27.9% of the batters he faced but walked 17.3%.
Montgomery Biscuits’ Antonio Jimenez watches the game between the Montgomery Biscuits and the Birmingham Barons at Rickwood Field on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama. (Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos via Getty Images)
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Jimenez has been in the minor leagues since he was 18, starting as a member of the Tampa Bay Rays organization. He joined the Giants ahead of last season.
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