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flag Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Caleb Jones suspended 20 games for unknowingly using a banned substance during exosome therapy.

flag Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Caleb Jones has been suspended for 20 games after testing positive for a prohibited substance under the NHL’s performance-enhancing substances policy. flag Jones, 28, said he unknowingly consumed a contaminated substance during exosome therapy for a documented injury from an outside provider, emphasizing he did not intend to enhance performance. flag He accepted responsibility, acknowledging players are accountable for everything they ingest. flag The Penguins confirmed he informed them of the positive test and praised his transparency, stating he is fully cooperating with NHL and NHLPA protocols. flag Jones, who recorded one assist in seven NHL games before a lower-body injury, is expected to return only after completing required evaluations and treatment through the Player Assistance Program. flag The suspension is effective immediately and does not affect the team’s roster plans.

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