MLB prospect, 24, fighting for life after Dominican Republic car crash kills 3 people

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An MLB prospect is under "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, fractured his femur and spine and suffered "several" lacerations as a result of the Monday morning crash.

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 Feb. 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 further comment at this time."

"Our prayers are with our pitcher Antonio Jiménez, who suffered several injuries in a regrettable traffic accident," Jimenez's Dominican Winter League team, Toros del Este, said on 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 pitches 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.

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