New Orleans Zephyrs IF, Greg Thissen, was suspended 50 games for violationg the league’s substance abuse policy.
The 24-year old Thissen was playing in AAA after beginning the season in A Advanced Potomac. In 28 games, he had 15 hits in 69 at-bats with only two extra base hits (both doubles).
Nationals’ GM Jim Bowden released the following statement:
“As an organization, the Washington Nationals are strong supporters of Major League Baseball’s joint drug policy. We are extremely disappointed that a member of our organization has been in violation of this policy, and we are in full support of the suspension levied by the Commissioner’s Office.”
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