"Jurickson Profar has been hit with a 162-game suspension after testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug. The penalty, which goes into effect Friday, would sideline him for the entire 2026 season, including any potential postseason games, and cost him his annual salary if upheld."
"The Players Association plans to challenge the suspension and the union will file a grievance. The grievance process could delay the start of any ban while the case moves through MLB's Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program."
"For the Braves, the news creates immediate roster questions as they adjust plans heading into the season. Profar was projected to play a significant role in the lineup, and the club will now need to explore internal and external options to fill the gap."
Jurickson Profar of the Atlanta Braves faces a 162-game suspension after testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs, effective Friday. The suspension would sideline him for the entire 2026 season, including postseason games, and cost him his annual salary if upheld. The Players Association plans to challenge the suspension through a grievance, which could delay the ban's start during the appeals process. The Braves must now address roster gaps created by Profar's absence, exploring both internal and external options to fill his significant role in the outfield. Additionally, Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas received an 80-game suspension for failing a performance-enhancing drug test.
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