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Mariners Infielder Tim Beckham Suspended 80 Games for Positive Drug Test

Mariners infielder Tim Beckham was suspended 80 games on Tuesday after testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance, the MLB announced.

Beckham tested positive for Stanozolol, a banned substance under the MLB's joint drug agreement with the Player's Union.

"I was given a product from a trusted source, who had advised me that it was safe to take. Regrettably, the product was tainted," Beckham said in a statement on Tuesday. "I accept full responsibility for putting myself in this position. I sincerely apologize to the Mariners' organization, the fans, my teammates, and my family for this mistake.