Jul 10, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Oakland Athletics center fielder Ramon Laureano (22) reacts after popping out in the fifth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
The Oakland A’s received some difficult news on Friday. Ramon Laureano, their excellent defensive outfielder and a key part of their lineup, had been suspended for 80 games due to a positive PED test. He will be lost for not only the rest of the regular season, but for the playoffs and a portion of the 2022 campaign as well.