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Dodgers P Ravin suspended 80 games for PEDs

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Josh Ravin has been suspended 80 games after testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance.

Although on the 40-man roster, Ravin has not pitched for the Dodgers this season, as he broke his non-pitching arm in a car accident.

In a statement, Ravin claimed his positive test was caused by supplements he took after dealing with illnesses during spring training.

"During 2016 spring training, I came down with a severe case of intestinal flu and strep throat.