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Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas faces 80-game PED suspension
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Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas has tested positive for a performance-enhancing drug during the offseason and is appealing an 80-game suspension. The 25-year-old, who was set to play for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic, did not report to the tournament. Rojas remains eligible for spring training games while the appeal process continues.
New Texas Rangers pitcher MacKenzie Gore delivered a strong debut, while Brandon Nimmo and Andrew McCutchen hit their first homers for the club in an 8-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday at Citizens Bank Park. The victory capped the season-opening series after a taxing Saturday game. Manager Skip Schumaker praised the newcomers' contributions amid a thin bullpen.
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The Texas Rangers overcame windy conditions, an injury to ace Jacob deGrom and a late collapse to defeat the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4 in 10 innings at Citizens Bank Park on Saturday. Spot starter Jacob Latz and a resilient bullpen held the Phillies scoreless for eight innings before a ninth-inning error extended the game. Andrew McCutchen's RBI single in the 10th proved decisive in securing the first victory of the Skip Schumaker era.
Major League Baseball has suspended Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas for 80 games without pay after he tested positive for Boldenone, a performance-enhancing substance. The penalty, announced on Monday night, takes effect at the start of the 2026 regular season and bars him from postseason play.
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The Philadelphia Phillies have agreed to a five-year, $135 million contract extension with left-hander Jesús Luzardo, keeping him through 2031. The 28-year-old pitcher, acquired from the Miami Marlins last offseason, had a strong debut season with the team. The deal provides rotation stability amid uncertainties with other starters.
Nick Castellanos has been released by the Philadelphia Phillies and is set to join the San Diego Padres, where he will transition to first base. The move comes amid reports of tensions between Castellanos and the Phillies organization. This development occurs during the first week of 2026 Spring Training.
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Nick Castellanos has agreed to a one-year contract with the San Diego Padres following his release from the Philadelphia Phillies. The Phillies will cover nearly all of his $20 million salary, while the Padres pay the league minimum of around $780,000. Castellanos arrives in spring training seeking a fresh start and a chance to contribute to the team's World Series goals.
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