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An MLB prospect is under “intensive medical care” following 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, fractured his femur and spine and suffered “several” lacerations as a result of the Monday morning crash.
A van collided with two scooters in front of an Altice office building in San Pedro de Macorís, according to local media.
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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 Pak Gazette Digital. “Out of respect for all those affected 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 several injuries in an unfortunate traffic accident,” Jiménez’s Dominican Winter League team, Toros del Este, said in X. “We extend our condolences and prayers to the families of the victims who lost their lives in the incident.”
Antonio Jimenez of the Montgomery Biscuits throws 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 Jiménez as the Giants’ No. 31 prospect.
Pitching for the team’s Triple-A affiliate this season, he posted a 3.55 ERA and was hit .217 by opponents in 45.2 innings pitched. He struck out 27.9% of the batters he faced, but walked 17.3% of them.
Antonio Jimenez of the Montgomery Biscuits watches 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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Jiménez has been in the minor leagues since the age of 18, starting as a member of the Tampa Bay Rays organization. He joined the Giants before last season.
