Braves Outfielder Jurickson Profar Suspended for 80 Games After Testing Positive for HCG, a resident listed in public arrest records, was taken into custody on April 5, 2025, in Featured County, Georgia. According to the official booking report, the arrest was made by local authorities and the subject was charged with the following offense(s): unspecified charges. This incident was officially recorded and made publicly available by law enforcement agencies in the state of Georgia. The details provided reflect the arrest information at the time of booking and do not indicate guilt or conviction. All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Fulton County, Ga. – Atlanta Braves Outfielder Jurickson Profar Suspended for 80 Games After Testing Positive for PED
Atlanta Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar has been handed an 80-game suspension by Major League Baseball (MLB) after testing positive for a banned substance, Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG). The hormone, which plays a role in stimulating testosterone production, is prohibited under MLB's drug prevention and treatment policy.
Profar's suspension, which is effective immediately, will cost him a significant portion of his $12 million salary—over $5.8 million. As a result, he will miss the rest of the regular season and be ineligible for postseason play this year, with a potential return to the field set for June 29, unless any schedule changes arise.
The suspension represents a major setback for both Profar and the Braves, who had high expectations for the veteran outfielder when they signed him to a three-year, $42 million contract during the offseason. Profar, coming off a strong 2024 season with the San Diego Padres that earned him his first All-Star selection and saw him hit 24 home runs with 85 RBIs, was seen as a key addition for Atlanta.
In his statement, Profar expressed deep regret, stating that he had always played the game with integrity and never intended to cheat. He apologized to his teammates, the Braves organization, and the fans, stressing that this was the first time in his career he had tested positive for a banned substance.
This suspension adds to the Braves' early-season struggles, including injury concerns. Outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. is recovering from a torn ACL and is not expected to return until at least May, and the team had recently been swept in a four-game series by the Padres.
Manager Brian Snitker acknowledged the disappointment of losing Profar but emphasized the need for another player to step up in his absence.
In response to Profar's suspension, the Braves made a roster move, acquiring outfielder Stuart Fairchild from the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for cash considerations, adding depth to the team’s outfield.
Additionally, starting pitcher Reynaldo López was placed on the injured list due to shoulder inflammation, further complicating the Braves’ efforts to bounce back from their tough start.
Despite these challenges, the Braves remain focused on turning their season around, with players like Matt Olson and Austin Riley stepping up. Profar’s suspension, the fourth of the year under MLB's performance-enhancing drug policy, serves as a reminder of the league's strict stance on PED violations.
Disclaimer: All data provided here is taken from public arrest records. This publication does not imply guilt or final conviction.
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