Moskos (elbow) was suspended 50 games without pay on Friday for violating the Minor League Drug Prevention and Treatment Program, MiLB.com reports.

It's possible that this suspension -- the second of Moskos' career -- could spell the end of his time in affiliated ball, as he had already been released by the Dodgers in May 2014 and soon after required Tommy John surgery. The 29-year-old last surfaced in the majors in 2011 in a relief role with the Pirates, the organization that drafted him fourth overall in 2007.

Daniel Moskos likely needs Tommy John surgery.

Moskos was released by the Dodgers on May 7 after allowing seven earned runs over 9 2/3 innings of relief at Triple-A Albuquerque and has not been picked up by a new team. If he undergoes the reconstructive elbow surgery, he will likely remain unemployed through mid-2015.

Dodgers released LHP Daniel Moskos.

The 28-year-old southpaw had allowed seven earned runs in 9 2/3 innings this season at Triple-A Albuquerque. Moskos will try to land with a new organization.

Dodgers sign LHP Daniel Moskos to a minor league contract.

Moskos, a former first-round pick by the Pirates, most recently pitched in Taiwan, but posted a 4.97 ERA in 29 innings with the White Sox' Triple-A affiliate last year. The agreement includes an invite to spring training.

Daniel Moskos has signed a contract with the EDA Rhinos of the Chinese Professional Baseball League in Taiwan.

The agreement was passed along by Chris Cotillo of MLBDailyDish.com. A former first-round pick, Moskos hasn't appeared in the majors since 2011 and holds a 4.43 ERA and 1.50 WHIP over 207 games in the minors.

White Sox released LHP Daniel Moskos.

Moskos had a 4.97 ERA and 1.55 WHIP through 29 innings of relief this year at Triple-A Charlotte. The 27-year-old lefty will presumably look to sign with a new team. He was the fourth overall pick in 2007.

White Sox sent LHP Daniel Moskos outright to Triple-A Charlotte.

The move clears a spot on the 40-man roster. The White Sox could replace Moskos with Dan Johnson.

White Sox claimed LHP Daniel Moskos off waivers from the Pirates.

Moskos posted a 2.96 ERA with the Pirates last season but has spent all of 2012 at Triple-A, holding a 3.86 ERA with 11 strikeouts over 14 innings. He's been assigned to Triple-A Charlotte.

Pirates designated LHP Daniel Moskos for assignment.

Moskos has allowed 13 hits, eight walks and six earned runs in 14 innings this season at the Triple-A level. The former No. 4 overall pick seems likely to draw interest on waivers being that he's only 26 years old.

Daniel Moskos (elbow) has been activated from Triple-A Indianapolis' disabled list.

Moskos had been sidelined since early May with left elbow discomfort. He should get another shot with the Pirates eventually.

Daniel Moskos was placed on the 7-day disabled list with Triple-A Indianapolis due to left elbow discomfort.

The severity of the injury isn't yet known. Moskos, 26, has a 4.70 ERA and 6/7 K/BB ratio over 7 2/3 innings at the Triple-A level this season. The 2007 No. 4 overall pick had a 2.96 ERA and 11/9 K/BB ratio over 24 1/3 innings out of the Buccos' bullpen last year.

Daniel Moskos was scratched from Friday's intersquad game so that he can pitch in place of A.J. Burnett (eye) Sunday against the Blue Jays.

Burnett injured his right eye during a bunting drill Wednesday and was flown to Pittsburgh for an examination. Results aren't yet known, so the Pirates are just planning ahead.

Pirates recalled LHP Daniel Moskos from Triple-A Indianapolis.

Mosko allowed 22 hits over 17 1/3 innings during a two-month stay with the Pirates earlier this season. He won't be used in high-pressure situations down the stretch.

Pirates optioned LHP Daniel Moskos to Triple-A Indianapolis.

Moskos allowed 22 hits in 17 1/3 innings during a nearly two-month stay with the big league Pirates. He will continue to function as organizational relief depth.

Pirates recalled LHP Daniel Moskos from Triple-A Indianapolis.

Moskos allowed just an unearned run in 4 1/3 innings with the Bucs earlier this season before before sent down Sunday. He's back in less than 10 days because he's replacing the injured Joe Beimel on the roster.

Pirates optioned LHP Daniel Moskos to Triple-A Indianapolis.

The 2007 No. 4 overall pick was shipped out to make room for the activated Evan Meek. Moskos made five appearances for the Bucs, allowing two hits and one unearned run in 4 1/3 innings. He returns to a 1.69 ERA over 10 2/3 innings for Indianapolis.

Pirates recalled LHP Daniel Moskos from Triple-A Indianapolis.

The No. 4 overall pick from 2007, Moskos posted a 1.69 ERA while striking out seven and walking one over 10 2/3 innings for Indianapolis. He'll likely pitch in the middle innings.

The Pirates could recall 2007 first-round pick Daniel Moskos from Triple-A Indianapolis to replace the injured Evan Meek (shoulder) on the roster.

Moskos has posted a 1.69 ERA while striking out seven and walking one over 10 2/3 innings for Indianapolis. The former No. 4 overall pick really struggled after a promotion to Triple-A last season but has pitched well in his second go-round there and appears more prepared to help out the big club.