Diamondbacks infielder Domingo Leyba was suspended 80 games without pay on Friday for violating baseball’s drug policy, testing positive for Boldenone, a performance-enhancing substance.
Leyba’s suspension will begin at the beginning of the regular season.
Leyba, 24, a switch-hitting middle infielder, debuted in the majors last season, hitting .280 (7 for 25) in 21 games. He appeared ticketed to open the season in Triple-A Reno.
Leyba, through a team spokesman, declined to comment.
The Diamondbacks issued the following statement: “We support MLB’s Joint Drug Agreement and the penalties for violating that policy. We were disappointed to learn of this news and hope that Domingo will take the time away from the game to reflect on his actions and learn from his mistakes.