MLB and the MLBPA today are expected to announce a "new drug policy that would add opioid testing for major leaguers and would not punish marijuana use in the major or minor leagues." The policy, which would be implemented for the '20 season, is "expected to call for treatment rather than suspension, for players testing positive for opioids." The new rules also "would allow major and minor leaguers to use marijuana for pain relief." Until now, players in the minors "could be suspended for repeated use" of marijuana. MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred lauded MLBPA Exec Dir Tony Clark for his "cooperation as both sides worked toward a long-anticipated agreement" ( L.A. TIMES, 12/12 ).
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