Jurickson Profar is facing a 162-game suspension after testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug for the second time in roughly twelve months, according to ESPN. The ban, confirmed in early March 2026, strips the Atlanta Braves of their designated hitter for a full season. For a lineup already navigating offseason uncertainty, the timing cuts deep....
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February 23, 2026March 22, 2026NFL News
Jurickson Profar Gets 162-Game PED Ban, Braves Lose Starter
Jurickson Profar was handed a 162-game suspension after testing positive for a banned substance for the second time in less than a year, ESPN reported Tuesday. The ban removes Atlanta’s projected starting left fielder for the full 2026 season. NFL Suspensions and MLB bans tied to PED violations follow similar escalating structures, and the Profar...

