Summary
Max Kepler, a free-agent outfielder from the Philadelphia Phillies, received an 80-game suspension from Major League Baseball. The suspension is due to a positive test for a banned performance-enhancing substance called Epitrenbolone. This suspension makes it harder for Kepler to sign with a new team.
Key Facts
- Max Kepler was suspended for 80 games by Major League Baseball.
- The suspension is due to using Epitrenbolone, a banned substance.
- Kepler played his first season with the Phillies after spending 10 seasons with the Minnesota Twins.
- In the past season, he had a batting average of .216 with 18 home runs.
- The Phillies recently signed Adolis García to strengthen their outfield.
- Kepler's suspension affects his chances of finding a new team quickly.
- If a team signs him now, he would start playing after July 1.
