Fans opened cans in celebration when Juan Soto announced his 2024 partnership with an energy drink. Now? That same agreement is getting unwanted attention because of a rumor and a single tweet that have brought the baseball world whispering. And it’s not about home run figures, but about what one sip could do to your drug test.It began as a marketing success, showing Juan Soto’s presence, but soon became a source of silent fear. Concerns emerged about the safety of a product widely used in baseball dugouts and training facilities. These whispers moved not only through the locker rooms and down the minor league circuit but also on social media. Do you know the buzz?Well, players often consume and endorse energy drinks. And when Juan Soto signed a deal with Celsius Energy Drink, it boosted his portfolio. But a rumor spread through the dugouts of minor league ballparks: What if that drink could make a drug test positive? A chaotic situation.The details didn’t come from MLB officials but from players and journalists. Emily Waldon, a former writer for Baseball America and now a Tigers prospect writer, posted a shocking update. She said that players on the West Michigan Whitecaps, the Tigers’ High-A minor league team, were talking in the dugout about an energy drink that may test positive for drugs.The tweet read, “Celsius has an ingredient known to flag as c—— in MLB drug testing, and although it’s not officially banned, it’s ‘strongly discouraged,’ I’m told.”Even though Waldon took down the tweet later, the rumor didn’t just disappear. Rather, it grew. Major league talks turned minor league whispers into full-blown buzz in clubhouses. “Is it safe?” the coaches asked. Officials at clubs were worried that cold, fizzy drinks would become “suspect substances.” Did officials say anything about it?After Walden’s tweet went viral, Major League Baseball (MLB) and the Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA) acted quickly to deal with the mounting worry. Their combined statement showed they only advocate and sell NSF Certified Sport drinks. And the shock? Celsius is not on that list! Apparently, Juan Soto endorsed a drink that is not certified, which could pose a significant risk. However, it is deemed safe to consume.The officials’ reports firmly stated that they were “not aware of any specific ingredient in Celsius that would cause a positive test result, and have not communicated this view to any Club or player.” While they are not tagging the drink to be unsafe, they did point out it’s “risky” because it doesn’t have the NSF certification. There’s no reason to take a chance that can be avoided. A valid point!But right now, Juan Soto’s drink endorsement isn’t the only thing making headlines. Because amidst all this, he delivered an outstanding performance on the field.Soto’s big swing, shutting down the voicesBetween all the scrutiny of the energy drink deal, Juan Soto seems to be doing justice to his other big deal. Yes, the quiet bat has finally started hitting, and the Mets are winning.Juan Soto shone on Tuesday as the Mets overcame the Nationals 5–4 at Citi Field. In the bottom of the eighth, he hit a 107.3 mph line drive to right field, cutting the deficit from 4–2 to 4–3 and sparking the rally that led to the Mets’ extra-inning win. Pete Alonso finished the comeback earlier in the same inning, but it was Soto’s clutch hit that changed the game’s momentum and initiated the comeback.And the contributions didn’t start in the 8th, but quite early…In the third inning, Juan Soto hit a huge solo home run off MacKenzie Gore. That home run marked his 12th of the season. And this time, Soto’s show was not limited to his bat. He made a real difference on defense by throwing out Nationals 3B Jose Tena at home in the second inning. This was one of five outfield assists he has this season, which is already halfway to his personal best. Another one was also about to come in this game only, but he missed the tag.Soto’s all-around game on the field and plate was the kind that made fans remember why he deserves every penny of his big contract and why those screams came from the heart. Did you get a chance to check the Soto magic?The post Juan Soto Faces Viral Rumor as MLB Hit with Drug Test Panic Over Energy Drinks appeared first on EssentiallySports.