What is Chorionic Gonadotrophin? Drug Braves star Jurickson Profar tested positive for
Edited by Yash Nitish Bajaj Apr 01, 2025 04:24 AM IST Atlanta Braves star Jurickson Profar was hit with an 80-game suspension Atlanta Braves star Jurickson Profar was hit with an 80-game suspension after he tested positive for performance-enhancing substances Chorionic Gonadotrophin (hCG), MLB announced on Monday. The 32-year-old will be out of action through late June. He will not be eligible for postseason even if the team qualifies. Atlanta Braves star Jurickson Profar was suspended for 80 games(Getty Images via AFP) In a statement, the Braves said: “We were surprised and extremely disappointed to learn that Jurickson Profar tested positive for a performance-enhancing substance in violation of Major League Baseball’s Joint Prevention and Treatment Program. We fully support the Program and are hopeful that Jurickson will learn from this experience.” Profar apologized to Atlanta fans, saying ‘today is the most difficult day of my baseball career’. Read More: Jurickson Profar PED suspension: When will Atlanta Braves star return? Contract details “I want to apologize to the entire Braves organization, my teammates, and the fans. …