The Philadelphia Phillies were delivered a devastating blow when it was announced that closer Jose Alvarado was being suspended for 80 games and will not be allowed to participate in the postseason should they qualify.

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Jose Alvarado has been suspended by MLB for 80 games without pay after testing positive for exogenous testosterone, the league announced Sunday.

The Phillies optioned Mick Abel back to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Monday and recalled right-handed reliever Max Lazar.

The Phillies are coming off a three-game sweep over the Pirates and took four of the past five games, including a 1-0 victory yesterday. The Rockies are coming off a 1-0 effort, but it was a loss to the Diamondbacks in a series where Arizona took two of three.

The Philadelphia Phillies got a dominant performance from Mick Abel on Sunday. Abel handled the Pittsburgh Pirates with ease.

With the recent news about the suspension of Jose Alvarado, the Philadelphia Phillies’ need for bullpen help has increased. The Phillies have been on an excell

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher José Alvarado is suspended for 80 games without pay after testing positive for a performance enhancing substance,

The Philadelphia Phillies suffered a major roster loss on Sunday and their franchise slugger spoke out about a trade.