Phillies OF Johan Rojas banned 80 games for failed PED test

Rojas tested positive for the performance-enhancing substance Boldenone, MLB said.

Mar. 17, 2026 at 4:49am

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Major League Baseball has suspended Philadelphia Phillies center fielder Johan Rojas for 80 games after he violated the league's joint drug prevention and treatment program by testing positive for the performance-enhancing substance Boldenone. Rojas' suspension will begin at the start of the 2026 regular season.

Why it matters

This suspension is a significant blow to the Phillies, who were counting on Rojas to be a key contributor in the outfield this season. The use of performance-enhancing drugs continues to be a major issue in professional sports, raising concerns about the integrity of the game.

The details

Rojas, 25, was entering his fourth season in MLB, all with the Phillies. He appeared in 71 games in 2025 and batted .224 with one home run, 18 RBIs and 12 stolen bases. In 250 career games, Rojas has amassed six homers, 73 RBIs and 51 stolen bases while batting .252.

  • Rojas' suspension will begin at the start of the 2026 regular season.
  • The Phillies open at home against the Texas Rangers on March 26.
  • Their 81st game is scheduled for June 25 at the Washington Nationals.

The players

Johan Rojas

A 25-year-old center fielder for the Philadelphia Phillies who has been suspended 80 games for violating MLB's joint drug prevention and treatment program.

Philadelphia Phillies

The Major League Baseball team that Johan Rojas plays for, based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This suspension highlights the ongoing challenge of performance-enhancing drug use in professional sports and the need for continued vigilance and enforcement of anti-doping policies to maintain the integrity of the game.