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Phillies' Ace Reliever Suspended! World Series Hopes Shattered? Phillies' Ace Reliever Suspended! World Series Hopes Shattered? The Philadelphia Phillies received devastating news on Sunday: their star reliever, José Alvarado, has been suspended for 80 games without pay after testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance (exogenous testosterone). This significant blow impacts the team's postseason aspirations significantly. The Phillies released a statement confirming the suspension, expressing their disappointment. President of baseball operations, Dave Dombrowski, described the situation as akin to a major injury, highlighting the need to find a replacement for the crucial 80-game stretch and beyond, into the playoffs. Alvarado, known for his powerful left-handed pitching, was a key component of the Phillies' bullpen. His absence leaves a gaping hole in the team's pitching strategy. In 20 appearances this season, he had a 2.70 ERA...