New York, NY - Detroit Tigers infielder Neifi Perez has been suspended for 80 games after testing positive for a banned stimulant.
The suspension was announced Friday by the office of the commissioner under the terms of Major League Baseball’s Drug Prevention and Treatment Program. The suspension will begin on Saturday, August 4.
Perez, 34, has now failed three drug tests administered by Major League Baseball during his career. Earlier this season, the infielder was suspended 25 games for testing positive for amphetamines.
In 33 games this season with Detroit, Perez is hitting just .172 with a home run and six RBI.
