Philadelphia Phillies reliever José Alvarado was suspended for PEDs back in May and is finally getting close to his MLB return, per MLB.com's Paul Casella. As a result, the Phillies went out and got closer Jhoan Duran from the Minnesota Twins to secure the backend of the bullpen.
Perhaps that trade would have never materialized if it weren't for Alvarado's suspension and postseason ineligibility. Through 20 games so far, Alvarado has pitched to a 4-1 record with a 2.70 ERA and seven saves.
Jhoan Duran might not be a Phillie without José Alvarado's PED suspension
The Phillies and their bullpen were devastated, as they lost one of their best possible arms in the early part of the season.