Juan Carlos Oviedo: MLB Ups Suspension from 6 Weeks to 8 Weeks

Juan Carlos Oviedo, formerly known as Leo Nunez, is still suffering the consequences of his decision to use a false identity.

Major League Baseball has decided to increase Oviedo's impending suspension from six to eight weeks, even after telling several sources last month that the suspension would be just six.

The suspension will not be retroactive to any date, and it will begin when Oviedo attains his visa to return to the United States.

He has been working on receiving his proper paperwork ever since the news broke of his use of a false identity.

He originally hoped to receive the visa sometime in the beginning of March, but he was told by authorities that he must complete a certain amount of community service.

The original suspension was supposed to be for two weeks of spring training and six weeks of the regular season.

Because he failed to report to spring training—he was visa-less—MLB has decided to add those two weeks to his initial six.

He won't be completely away from the game, though, as MLB has given him the opportunity to participate in an extended spring training during his suspension.

Oviedo posted solid numbers as the Marlins' closer over the past three seasons. In that time, he has recorded 92 saves.

When he returns—assuming he's still as effective as he used to be—Oviedo will likely take over as the primary setup man for Heath Bell.

He will not be paid any of his $6 million salary until the suspension ends.