League: MLB Sport: Baseball Country: United States Category: Scores & Results

Francisco Rivero and Raudi Perez suspended for 56 games each

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 10:08 PM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Francisco Rivero and Raudi Perez suspended for 56 games each

Summary

Washington Nationals catcher Francisco Rivero and free agent pitcher Raudi Perez have been suspended for 56 games following positive tests for Stanozolol, a performance-enhancing substance. Rivero, 18, has not yet played in minor league games since signing with the Nationals in July. Perez, 19, was active in the Dominican Summer League before being released on September 10. His suspension will begin once he signs with a major league organization. This marks the 13th drug violation in the minor leagues this year.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Both players suspended for 56 games due to positive drug tests.
•Rivero has not played in minor leagues since signing.
•Perez's suspension starts upon signing with a major league team.
•Thirteen players have faced drug violations in 2026.

Latest Updates

10:08 PMYahoo Sports — Minor leaguers Francisco Rivero and Raudi Perez suspended following positive drug tests

What they're saying

"
NEW YORK (AP) — Washington Nationals catcher Francisco Rivero and free agent pitcher Raudi Perez were suspended for 56 games each Friday following positive tests for a performance-enhancing substance under baseball's minor league drug programs.Both were disciplined following positive tests for Stanozolol, Rivero under the minor league program and Perez under the program for minor leaguers assigned outside of the U.
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

San Diego Padres Washington Nationals MLB Baseball