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An MLB prospect is in “intensive medical care” after a car crash in the Dominican Republic that killed three people.
Antonio Jimenez, a 24-year-old pitcher in the San Francisco Giants’ farm system, broke his femur and spine and suffered “multiple” lacerations as a result of the accident Monday morning.
An SUV collided with two scooters in front of an Altice office building in San Pedro de Macoris, according to a local outlet.
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Antonio Jimenez of the San Francisco Giants throws 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 Pakinomist Digital. “Out of respect for all concerned and due to the ongoing investigation, we will refrain from further comment at this time.”
“Our prayers are with our pitcher Antonio Jiménez, who suffered multiple injuries in an unfortunate traffic accident,” Jimenez’s Dominican Winter League team, Toros del Este, said on X. “We send our condolences and prayers to the families of the victims who lost their lives in the incident.”
Antonio Jimenez of the Montgomery Biscuits lines up 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-ranked prospect.
Pitching for the team’s Triple-A affiliate this season, he posted a 3.55 ERA with opponents hitting .217 off him in 45.2 innings pitched. He struck out 27.9% of the batters he has faced, but walked 17.3% of them.
Antonio Jimenez of the Montgomery Biscuits looks on 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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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 prior to this past season.
