Cincinnati Reds third baseman Noelvi Marte (16) Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports

Reds infielder hit with hefty suspension for PED violation

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Larry Brown | Last updated 3/8/24

A young Cincinnati Reds player has been hit with a hefty penalty for a PED violation.

It was announced Friday that Reds infielder Noelvi Marte has been suspended 80 games for using a banned substance. According to MLB’s media release, Marte tested positive for using Boldenone, which is an anabolic steroid.

Reds infielder Noelvi Marte has received an 80-game suspension without pay after testing positive for Boldenone, a performance enhancing substance, the league just announced. Made his debut last yr.
— Jesse Rogers (@JesseRogersESPN) March 8, 2024

Marte, 22, was acquired by the Reds in a 2022 trade that sent pitcher Luis Castillo to the Mariners. Marte played shortstop throughout the minor leagues but was primarily at third base last season with Cincinnati. He is a promising hitter and batted .316 with a .822 OPS in 35 big-league games last season.

Marte’s suspension will begin at the start of the regular season.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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