The organization of Boston Red Sox lost a young arm in the system Minor Leagues due to the improper use of prohibited substances to improve the physical and sports performance of athletes. This information was released through the social network X, prior to the start of the day on Friday, July 12, when Kansas City Royals visit Fenway Park as part of a three-game series.
According to the journalist Alex Speierof Boston Globereported that the right-handed pitcher Charlie Zink tested positive for Esta**zolola substance that contains properties similar to the male hormone testosterone, which has androgenic virilizing effects that increase protein synthesis and enhance muscle development.
JOIN our Telegram channel here
For this reason, the Major League Baseball announced that the Minor League pitcher will be suspended for 56 games without pay. Zink He currently plays in the Dominican Summer League with the Western Division team, Boston Red Sox.
It may interest you: OFFICIAL: New York Yankees PROMOTED Venezuelan prospect Jorbit Vivas
Zink tested positive with Boston Red Sox in first season
In addition, Spear He mentioned that the 2024 campaign was the young player’s first season as a professional, after signing in December of last year with the Boston Red Sox.
«Red Sox Minor Leaguer Charlie Zink, a DSL pitcher, has been suspended 56 games without pay after testing positive for sta**zolol. The 18-year-old from Curacao was in his first professional season after signing last December.»Speier posted.
You may be interested in: All MLB news here
The 18-year-old right-hander, a native of Curacao, only played in four games before the aforementioned suspension. During this time he posted a 0-0 record and an 8.53 ERA in 6.1 innings, resulting in five hits and six earned runs. He also issued seven walks and struck out five of 30 opponents he faced. Baseball Reference.
For more information follow our OFFICIAL WhatsApp channel
2024-07-12 22:47:06
#Boston #Red #Sox #pitcher #suspended #games
