Alvarado was suspended 80 games by Major League Baseball for violating its policy on performance-enhancing drugs. His suspension begins with Sunday’s game against Pittsburgh, and he’ll be ...

Alvarado was suspended for violating the league's performance-enhancing drug policy. As a first-time offender, the star reliever must serve a mandatory 80-game ban and will also be ineligible to ...

PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia Phillies closer José Alvarado was suspended for 80 games on Sunday following a positive test for external testosterone under Major League Baseball’s drug-testing ...

He was suspended 80 games without pay, effective immediately. Alvarado was off to a strong start in 2025, posting a 4-1 record with seven saves and a 2.70 ERA in 20 games.

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia Phillies closer José Alvarado was suspended for 80 games on Sunday following a positive test for external testosterone under Major League Baseball’s drug-testing ...

Philadelphia Phillies closer José Alvarado was suspended for 80 games on Sunday following a positive test for external testosterone under MLB’s drug-testing program.