Atlanta Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar has been suspended 80 games after a positive test for a performance-enhancing substance, MLB commissioner announced Monday.
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“We were surprised and extremely disappointed to learn that Jurickson Profar tested positive for a performance-enhancing substance in violation of Major League Baseball’s Joint Prevention and Treatment Program,” the Braves said in a statement. “We fully support the program and are hopeful that Jurickson will learn from the experience.”
Commissioner Rob Manfred’s office said the suspension without pay, effective immediately, comes after Profar tested positive for the banned substance Chorionic Gonadotrophin, or hCG.
The 32-year-old outfielder signed a 3-year, $2 million contract with Atlanta in the offseason. He made the All-Star team in 2024 with the San Diego Padres, posting season totals of .280 batting average, .380 OBP, 24 home runs and 85 RBIs.
Profar released the following statement through the MLB Players Association.
“Braves fans,
“Today is the most difficult day of my baseball career. I am devastated to announce that I have been suspended for 80 games by Major League Baseball and the Commissioner’s Office, for testing positive for a banned substance this offseason. This is especially painful for me because anyone who knows me and has seen me play knows I am deeply passionate about the game. There is nothing I love more than competing with my teammates and being a fan favorite.
“I want to apologize to the entire Braves organization, my teammates, and the fans. It is because of my deep love and respect for this game that I would never knowingly do anything to cheat it. I have been tested my entire career, including eight times last season alone, and have never tested positive. I would never willingly take a banned substance, but I take full responsibility and accept MLB’s decision.
“I am devastated that I won’t be on the field with my teammates for the next 80 games. I look forward to competing again at the highest level this season upon my return.”
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