Braves Release Statement After Profar's PED Suspension

Outfielder Jurickson Profar faces 162-game ban for second positive test.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Following MLB's suspension of Atlanta Braves outfielder/designated hitter Jurickson Profar for 162 games due to a second positive PED test, the team released a statement expressing disappointment and reiterating its support for the league's drug prevention program.

Why it matters

PED use remains a significant issue in professional sports, with suspensions often leading to major impacts on teams and players' careers. The Braves' response highlights their commitment to upholding the league's anti-doping policies.

The details

Profar, who has played for the Braves since 2024, tested positive for a banned substance, resulting in the lengthy suspension. The team stated that its players are consistently educated about the drug prevention program and the consequences of violations.

  • On March 4, 2026, MLB announced Profar's 162-game suspension.

The players

Jurickson Profar

An outfielder and designated hitter for the Atlanta Braves who has been suspended for 162 games by MLB for a second positive PED test.

Atlanta Braves

The professional baseball team based in Atlanta, Georgia, that released a statement regarding Profar's suspension.

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What they’re saying

“We were incredibly disappointed to learn that Jurickson Profar tested positive for a performance-enhancing substance and is in violation of MLB's Drug Prevention and Treatment Program. Our players are consistently educated about the Program and the consequences if they are found to be in violation. The Atlanta Braves fully support the Program.”

— Atlanta Braves (ajc.com)

What’s next

The Braves will need to find a replacement for Profar in their lineup for the duration of his 162-game suspension.

The takeaway

This suspension highlights the ongoing challenge of PED use in professional sports and the importance of strict enforcement of anti-doping policies to maintain the integrity of the game.