MLB star Alec Bohm's Midwestern calm shattered by allegations his parents stole millions from him
Alec Bohm has faced oddities, including a bogus viral social media post touting his generosity. Yet that doesn't compare to his lawsuit accusing his parents of theft.
Philadelphia Phillies' Alec Bohm reacts to his three-run home run during an opening day game against the Texas Rangers on March 26, in Philadelphia. (Chris Szagola / Associated Press) Alec Bohm grew up in Omaha and starred at Wichita State before the Philadelphia Phillies made him the third overall pick in the 2018 MLB draft. He's as Midwestern as they come.
Bohm usually doesn't stand out, even at 6-foot-5, 225 pounds, with the nickname Raffe because a teammate thought he resembled a giraffe. He has retained the stereotypical Midwestern qualities of humility and consistency, fitting in well with veteran Phillies stars Bryce Harper, Trea Turner and Kyle Schwarber. Beneath the surface, however, Bohm has faced obstacles and oddities, including a frightening elbow infection and a viral social media post touting his generosity that was untrue.
Yet nothing compares to the news that he sued his parents this week on the eve of opening day, accusing them of draining staggering amounts of his money from four financial accounts they created. The lawsuit describes deceptive financial dealings by Dan and Lisa Bohm that began shortly after the Phillies paid Bohm a $5. 85 million signing bonus in 2018 and continued for years.
Bohm alleges that his parents used his cash from the four limited liability companies to pay their expenses. Read more: Plaschke: Seeing double: Dodgers celebrate titles on a sparkling opening day Through their attorney, Bohm's parents said they are "deeply saddened by the allegations" and will defend themselves. "Mr.
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