Alexei Ramírez, who set record as oldest player in World Baseball Classic history, tests positive for steroids

Alexei Ramírez, who set record as oldest player in World Baseball Classic history, tests positive for steroids

The 44-year-old played for Cuba during the World Baseball Classic.

Alexei Ramirez of Team Cuba bats during the second inning of a World Baseball Classic exhibition game against the Cincinnati Reds at Goodyear Ballpark in Goodyear, Arizona, on March 4, 2026. (Mike Christy/Getty Images)

Alexei Ramirez of Team Cuba poses for a photo during Team Cuba photo day at Surprise Stadium in Surprise, Arizona, on March 2, 2026. (Jason Hanna/WBCI/MLB Photos via Getty Images)

Alexei Ramirez plays left field for Team Cuba during the eighth inning of the 2026 World Baseball Classic at Hiram Bithorn Stadium in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on March 9, 2026. (Al Bello/Getty Images)

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