Philadelphia Phillies reliever Jose Alvarado has been suspended 80 video games with out pay for violating Main League Baseball’s drug coverage.
Alvarado examined optimistic for exogenous Testosterone, which is a performance-enhancing substance, MLB stated in its assertion Sunday.
The suspension is efficient instantly. By rule, Alvarado may even be ineligible for the postseason this yr.
Alvarado leads the Phillies with seven saves this season. He’s 4-1 with a 2.70 ERA in 20 appearances. He has 25 strikeouts and 4 walks in 20 innings pitched.
