Braves' Profar Faces Season-Long PED Suspension
By Mike Wright | Published 2026-03-04T12:25:45.474Z
Sports
Location: Atlanta, GA, Summerhill, Fulton County, Cobb County, Gwinett County, Dekalb County, Douglas County
Braves' Jurickson Profar suspended for the 2026 season after a second PED policy violation. Impact on team and Summerhill community.
Jurickson Profar's second violation of Major League Baseball's performance-enhancing drug policy will cost him the entire 2026 season. The Atlanta Braves designated hitter is facing a 162-game suspension after testing positive for hCG, a hormone that boosts testosterone, according to news reports. The suspension adds to the challenges for the Braves, who are already dealing with pitcher injuries, potentially affecting the team's performance and the economic vitality of the Summerhill community t
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