If Matt Harvey signs with a team in free agency, he could immediately be suspended for at least 60 days for admitting he provided opioids to Tyler Skaggs on several occasions.

Harvey's admission in federal court Tuesday qualifies as distribution under MLB's drug policy, according to a league official.

Currently a free agent, Harvey would be able to appeal any suspension.

"Once the trial is complete, MLB will conduct a comprehensive review of the potential violations of our drug program," MLB said in a statement.