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Performance-enhancing Substance
Abington, PA
Sports
Phillies OF Johan Rojas Suspended 80 Games For PED Violation, Ineligible For Postseason
It's official: center fielder Johan Rojas will not make the Philadelphia Phillies out of camp this year. In fact, no one will see Rojas until around the All-Star Game in July. Major League Baseball announced on Monday that the 25-year-old outfielder — who was already battling for a roster spot — has been suspended for 80 games after testing positive for Boldenone, a performance-enhancing substance. The suspension begins at the start of the upcoming regular season. Even after he returns, Rojas will be ineligible to play for the Phillies if they make it to the postseason. Rojas' …
