Diamondbacks activate Max Kepler from restricted list after suspension
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 10:07 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
The Arizona Diamondbacks activated outfielder Max Kepler from the restricted list on June 25 after he completed an 80-game suspension for testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug. Signed on June 7, Kepler played 10 minor league games, batting.333 with two home runs. He is expected to contribute to the team moving forward. Manager Torey Lovullo expressed optimism about Kepler's return, emphasizing his hard work during the suspension period. To accommodate Kepler, the Diamondbacks transferred RHP Ryne Nelson to the 60-day injured list due to a strained elbow and made further roster adjustments.
- •Kepler completed an 80-game suspension for a drug violation.
- •He was activated on June 25 and played against the Cardinals.
- •Kepler batted.333 with two home runs in minor leagues.
- •RHP Ryne Nelson was moved to the 60-day injured list.
- •Manager Lovullo praised Kepler's readiness to contribute.
- 10:07 PMYahoo Sports — Diamondbacks activate Max Kepler from restricted list after 80-game suspension
"The Arizona Diamondbacks activated outfielder Max Kepler from the restricted list on Thursday following his completion of an 80-game suspension for testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug. Kepler, who signed a free agent deal with the Diamondbacks on June 7, hit .333 with two home runs in 10 minor league games.
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