"Jurickson Profar will miss the entire 2026 season after his PED suspension was upheld, covering 162 games and rendering him ineligible for the postseason."
"This marks Profar's second violation, as he previously served an 80-game suspension for a similar offense in 2025."
"With the suspension finalized, the Braves have added financial flexibility, clearing several million dollars from the payroll."
"Houston Astros lefty Bennett Sousa will begin the season on the injured list due to a left oblique strain, while Giants right-hander Hayden Birdsong will undergo Tommy John surgery."
Jurickson Profar's PED suspension has been upheld, resulting in a 162-game ban that excludes him from the postseason. This is his second violation, following an 80-game suspension in 2025. The Braves gain financial flexibility from his absence, which raises questions about their roster decisions for Opening Day. Didier Fuentes is under consideration for the outfield position. Additionally, Bennett Sousa of the Astros will start the season on the injured list, while Hayden Birdsong of the Giants will undergo Tommy John surgery, sidelining him for the 2026 season and part of 2027.
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