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News in English (USA) / 09.01.2026 / 22:00

Max Kepler Suspended 80 Games for Positive PED Test

Max Kepler, a free-agent outfielder and former player for the Philadelphia Phillies and Minnesota Twins, has been handed an 80-game suspension by Major League Baseball after testing positive for banned performance-enhancing drugs. This significant ban raises concerns about his future in the league, especially as it coincides with his free agency status.
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