Rockies prospect suspended for PED violation

Field Level Media|published: Fri 18th July, 15:07 2025

Jul 7, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; A general view of a baseball in the dugout of the Cincinnati Reds during the ninth inning in the game against the Miami Marlins at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

Colorado Rockies minor league pitcher Erick Veras received a 56-game suspension without pay Friday after testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance.

The commissioner's office said the 18-year-old left-hander tested positive for Boldenone, a steroid. The suspension is effective immediately.

Veras has been pitching in the Dominican summer league. He is 2-0 with a 3.97 ERA in five starts this season, with 15 strikeouts and nine walks in 22 2/3 innings.

The Rockies signed the Dominican Republic native in January 2024 for a reported $125,000 signing bonus.

--Field Level Media