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The establishment of drug testing in the league was a step forward in combating the PED issue. However, as noted, players have adapted by developing strategies to evade detection, revealing a persistent pattern of substance abuse across the league. Even with policies in place, the temptation remains strong for players. The recent suspension of NHL star Aaron Ekblad for failing a drug test after attempting to recover from injury underscores the idea that cross-sport issues with PEDs are far-reaching.