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MLB Star Max Kepler Suspended 80 Games for PEDs
9 Jan
Summary
- Max Kepler received an 80-game suspension from Major League Baseball.
- The suspension stems from a positive test for the banned substance Epitrenbolone.
- Kepler previously played 10 seasons with the Minnesota Twins and last season with the Phillies.
Major League Baseball announced Friday that free agent outfielder Max Kepler has been suspended for 80 games. This penalty follows a positive test for a banned performance-enhancing substance, violating the league's stringent drug program. The substance detected was Epitrenbolone, which has previously resulted in disciplinary actions against athletes in other professional sports.
Kepler, who has accumulated 11 years of major league experience, most recently played for the Philadelphia Phillies during the past season. Prior to his stint with the Phillies, he dedicated his first 10 seasons to the Minnesota Twins, establishing himself as a notable player in the league.
The 80-game suspension will sideline Kepler for a significant portion of the upcoming season. Baseball's drug program aims to ensure fair play and protect the integrity of the game, with strict consequences for violations. Kepler's positive test highlights the ongoing challenges in maintaining a drug-free environment in professional sports.
