Braves’ Jurickson Profar suspended 80 games for PED violation

Jurickson Profar tested positive for a substance banned by MLB and has been suspended 80 games by the league, The Post’s Joel Sherman confirmed. 

The suspension comes as punishment for violating the league’s performance-enhancing drug policy.

The news was first reported by MLB insider Mike Rodriguez. 

Jurickson Profar #7 of the Atlanta Braves looks on prior to batting in the first inning against the San Diego Padres on Opening Day
Jurickson Profar #7 of the Atlanta Braves looks on prior to batting in the first inning against the San Diego Padres on Opening Day. Getty Images

raves outfielder Jurickson Profar (7) hits against the Chicago Cubs
Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar (7) hits against the Chicago Cubs. Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Profar is in his first year with the Braves after signing a three-year, $42 million deal during the offseason after spending parts of the past two seasons in San Diego. 

The Braves outfielder had appeared in the first four games of the season – all losses to the Padres – and recorded three hits in 16 plate appearances to start the 2025 campaign.

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