Robinson Cano

Robinson Cano is being suspended 80 games for violating Major League Baseball's joint drug agreement, MLB insider Ken Rosenthal reported Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Rumors out of the Dominican Republic began swirling about Cano and a possible suspension earlier in the day on Tuesday, but it was unclear about the validity of the reports. However, Rosenthal was able to find a source to confirm the suspension. The suspension stems from a positive test for furosemide, a diuretic commonly used to mask PED use. Cano, who is currently on the disabled list with a fractured hand, reportedly failed the test in the offseason but recently dropped his appeal. Under MLB's drug policy, players are not automatically suspended for use of a diuretic unless MLB can prove he intended to use it as a masking agent.

The Seattle Mariners have placed second baseman Robinson Cano on the 10-day disabled list with a fractured fifth metacarpal on his right hand.

Fantasy Impact

It's a killer both to Seattle and fantasy owners alike. More information is expected to be revealed on Tuesday after Cano visits a hand specialist. The 35-year-old is hitting .287 this year with a .825 OPS, four homers, and 23 RBI. Gordon Beckham is expected to handle second base in his absence.

Robinson Cano left Sunday's game after being hit by a pitch on his right hand. X-rays later showed that Cano suffered a fracture to the 5th matacarpal.

Fantasy Impact

A fracture means that Cano is headed for the disabled list, but we do not yet know how bad the fracture is. Look for Cano to be out at least a month, though it could be longer if he ends up needing surgery on the hand. More information should become available after Sunday's game or in the coming days.

Robinson Cano left Sunday's game against the Tigers in the third inning after being hit by a pitch in the hand.

Fantasy Impact

Cano looked to be in serious pain, and will surely get X-rays. Fantasy owners simply have to hold their collective breath at this point and hope that it is just a contusion.

Robinson Cano drove in a run, and managed to score once in the decisive win against Toronto on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

Cano has been patient at the plate this season, drawing 21 walks, good for seventh in the AL. Despite his age, he is still a serviceable second baseman for fantasy owners.