The Sammy Sosa BS ... - Irish Envy

**Bubba** · 06-17-2009, 01:43 AM

I realize that it is quite possible that Sammy used performance enhancing drugs. I can't deny that. I am not a Sosa fan, necessarily, nor a Cubs fan. But, I think this news coming out is all BS.

First off, these tests were supposed to be anonymous. Why is this information getting out. It is not fair to the 2 players who have been identified. Why are these the only 2 who have been released (including A-Rod)? If this list is floating around, why are some being protected while others are being identified? It makes me skeptical.

My point here is that I don't trust the media very much these days. Look at the publicity this guy from the NY Times is getting right now. With their rep, who knows if this guy is even providing accurate info. Of course, his source will be confidential and nothing will be able to be verified. It's all about making news and selling add space. I'm tired of it.

On another note, it is refreshing that Donte Stallworth accepted repsonsibility for his actions in the drunk driving accident. I wish that more professional athletes would be willing to accept responsility when they do something wrong instead of hiding behind their well paid lawyers. Thanks for listening ...

**WabashFalcon** · 06-17-2009, 02:11 AM

True... but if ANYONE other than a pro athlete cops to a drunk driving manslaughter, the sentence is going to be much, much more harsh.

Steve · 06-17-2009, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by WabashFalcon

True... but if ANYONE other than a pro athlete cops to a drunk driving manslaughter, the sentence is going to be much, much more harsh.

they said a lawyer or a doctor or anyone else with a bunch of money would've gotten the same deal. he payed the family a ton of money.

**IrishAlum1997** · 06-17-2009, 10:42 AM

Yes, it is too bad that the report was leaked when they are supposed to be confidential. But I have a hard time buying that Sammy Sosa (or any other 'roided up athlete) should get any compassion for cheating to further their careers (and incomes). You get caught cheating, you're fair game. Make the info public and let the fans that support you decide if they want to continue to support you buy going to games and buying your jersey.

Yet another reason why unions are bad.

~~**leahy's lads**~~ · 06-17-2009, 12:10 PM

In my humble opinion, these steroid busts are old and played out.......we need to move on from here. This is something that gets too much attention. Each week, I wonder to myself, who will be a target of this tiresome BS????

**BGIF** · 06-17-2009, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Steve

they said a lawyer or a doctor or anyone else with a bunch of money would've gotten the same deal. he payed the family a ton of money.

Like a U.S. Senator drunk driving a date into the drink.

**BGIF** · 06-17-2009, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by IrishAlum1997

... But I have a hard time buying that Sammy Sosa (or any other 'roided up athlete) should get any compassion for cheating to further their careers (and incomes). You get caught cheating, you're fair game. ...

It's not like Sammy has rep for cheatin'. It wasn't his fault the he used a loaded practice bat during a game and got caught. An honest mistake. That bat just happened to look like all the rest of his bats.

06-17-2009, 01:43 AM	#1 (permalink)
Bubba I support Kelly!!!! Join Date: May 2006 Location: Out of my mind Posts: 1,464 Cash: 27,719.25 Bank: 2.09 Total Bankroll: 27,721.34 Donate	The Sammy Sosa BS ... I realize that it is quite possible that Sammy used performance enhancing drugs. I can't deny that. I am not a Sosa fan, necessarily, nor a Cubs fan. But, I think this news coming out is all BS. First off, these tests were supposed to be anonymous. Why is this information getting out. It is not fair to the 2 players who have been identified. Why are these the only 2 who have been released (including A-Rod)? If this list is floating around, why are some being protected while others are being identified? It makes me skeptical. My point here is that I don't trust the media very much these days. Look at the publicity this guy from the NY Times is getting right now. With their rep, who knows if this guy is even providing accurate info. Of course, his source will be confidential and nothing will be able to be verified. It's all about making news and selling add space. I'm tired of it. On another note, it is refreshing that Donte Stallworth accepted repsonsibility for his actions in the drunk driving accident. I wish that more professional athletes would be willing to accept responsility when they do something wrong instead of hiding behind their well paid lawyers. Thanks for listening ... __________________ The poster formerly known as DiveRightIn

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IrishAlum1997 Dana loves Rod Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Katy, TX Posts: 1,391 Cash: 11.25 Bank: 12,248.33 Total Bankroll: 12,259.58 Donate	Yes, it is too bad that the report was leaked when they are supposed to be confidential. But I have a hard time buying that Sammy Sosa (or any other 'roided up athlete) should get any compassion for cheating to further their careers (and incomes). You get caught cheating, you're fair game. Make the info public and let the fans that support you decide if they want to continue to support you buy going to games and buying your jersey. Yet another reason why unions are bad. __________________ Pop goes the weasel cuz the weasel goes POP!!!

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WabashFalcon Starter Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 3,586 Cash: 124,151.34 Bank: 190,581.66 Total Bankroll: 314,733.00 Donate	True... but if ANYONE other than a pro athlete cops to a drunk driving manslaughter, the sentence is going to be much, much more harsh.

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~~leahy's lads~~ Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 177 Cash: 13,349.75 Bank: 0.00 Total Bankroll: 13,349.75 Donate	In my humble opinion, these steroid busts are old and played out.......we need to move on from here. This is something that gets too much attention. Each week, I wonder to myself, who will be a target of this tiresome BS????

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