National League MVP Ryan Braun has tested positive for performance enhancing drugs, according to Yokal Sports.  Braun faces a 50-game suspension if the finding is upheld.

A spokesman for Braun issued a statement Saturday: “There are highly unusual circumstances surrounding this case which will support Ryan’s complete innocence and demonstrate there was absolutely no intentional violation of the program. While Ryan has impeccable character and no previous history, unfortunately, because of the process we have to maintain confidentiality and are not able to discuss it any further, but we are confident he will ultimately be exonerated”

Braun was notified of a positive test in late October – about  month before he was named National League MVP.

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