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In reply to the discussion: Barry Bonds Not Elected To Hall of Fame [View all]Kalidurga
(14,177 posts)53. Get ready to throw your peanuts and Cracker Jacks at me...
But, I don't think the steroid use is a big deal. I think it's wrong as far as the players health is concerned. There are estimates that up to 50% of MLB players use steroids. I doubt it is that high myself, I would think the most would be 40% but it's probably closer to 25%. But, here is a theoretical for you. If half the players are using how is it an advantage to be using? It's very likely half the players on the other team are using as well, so then what, you still have to rely on your skill as a player. So, why don't we do this. If a player wants to use they have to disclose their use to the world. They also have to agree to have their stats adjusted.
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IMO what Pete Rose did is far less objectionable than cheating on the game by using steroids n/t
Leopolds Ghost
Jan 2013
#8
So he bets a lot when he lets them lose. And he bets a little when he helps them win.
El Supremo
Jan 2013
#49
A long as you get 5% of the vote each year, you remain on the ballot for 15 years. n/t
FSogol
Jan 2013
#45
It's an disadvantage to players trying to make the team that choose not to use.
WhoWoodaKnew
Jan 2013
#63