Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jose Alvarado has received an 80-game suspension without pay from Major League Baseball due to a violation of its drug policy, specifically for testing positive for performance-enhancing testosterone. The suspension is immediately effective, meaning Alvarado will not participate in the remainder of the season, including the postseason. This development is significant given Alvarado's strong season performance, where he has recorded seven saves with a 2.70 ERA, accumulating 25 strikeouts over 20 innings of play.
Philadelphia Phillies reliever Jose Alvarado has been suspended for 80 games without pay for violating MLB's drug policy, testing positive for exogenous testosterone.
The suspension is effective immediately, excluding Alvarado from postseason eligibility this year, despite him leading the Phillies with seven saves.
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