MLBPA Executive Director Michael Weiner Releases Statement On Ryan Braun

Michael Weiner, the executive director of the MLB Players Association, released a statement today regarding National League MVP Ryan Braun’s positive test for a banned substance.

"Our Joint Drug Agreement is designed to protect a player from a rush to judgment before he can challenge a reported positive test result. Fairness dictates that Ryan Braun be treated no differently. I urge all to reserve judgment on this matter until the JDA's process has played itself out."

News broke earlier this week that the 28-year-old had submitted a urine sample for testing during the playoffs and was notified of the positive test in late October; the positive result was reportedly triggered by elevated levels of testosterone in Braun’s system. If the finding is upheld, Braun faces a 50-game suspension under the MLB’s anti-doping policy.