MLB suspends Phillies closer José Alvarado 80 games after drug test
by Agencies from on (#6XC6H)
- Alvarado tested positive for external testosterone
- Reliever is suspended for postseason, can return later this summer
Philadelphia Phillies closer Jose Alvarado was suspended for 80 games on Sunday after a positive test for external testosterone under Major League Baseball's drug-testing program.
Alvarado, among the hardest-throwing relievers, became the second player suspended this year under the big league testing program after Atlanta outfielder Jurickson Profar.
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