Braves’ Jurickson Profar Breaks Silence After Testing Positive for Banned Substance, Receiving Suspension
March 31, 2025
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Atlanta Braves All-Star outfielder Jurickson Profar has released a statement after it was announced he was suspended for 80 games by Major League Baseball for testing positive for hCG, a banned substance.
Read more: Braves All-Star Outfielder Jurickson Profar Tests Positive for Banned MLB Substance, Will Be Suspended
He 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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SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 30: Jurickson Profar #7 of the Atlanta Braves looks on during the first inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on March 30, 2025 in San Diego, California…. SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 30: Jurickson Profar #7 of the Atlanta Braves looks on during the first inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on March 30, 2025 in San Diego, California.
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