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Juiced Players: Monster Salaries, Sham Records, and the Hall of Famer Search for the Truth

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In his new book, 'Juiced Players,' investigative reporter John Feinstein tells the inside story of how performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) changed Major League Baseball and the ongoing search for the truth about who used them.

Feinstein's book is a comprehensive look at the PED era in baseball, from the early days of steroid use in the 1980s to the Mitchell Report's findings in 2007. He interviews dozens of players, coaches, and executives, and he provides a detailed account of the rise and fall of some of the game's biggest stars.

Feinstein's book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the PED era in baseball. It is a well-written and well-researched account of one of the most controversial periods in the game's history.

Clearing the Bases: Juiced Players, Monster Salaries, Sham Records, and a Hall of Famer's Search for the Soul of Baseball

by Mike Schmidt

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The Rise of PEDs in Baseball

The use of PEDs in baseball began in the 1980s, when players began experimenting with anabolic steroids. Steroids are synthetic hormones that mimic the effects of testosterone, and they can help users gain muscle mass and strength.

In the early days of steroid use, players were able to obtain them without being detected. However, as the use of steroids became more widespread, Major League Baseball began to crack down on the use of PEDs.

In 2003, Major League Baseball implemented a new drug-testing policy that included testing for steroids. The new policy led to a number of high-profile suspensions, including those of Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, and Andy Pettitte.

The Mitchell Report

In 2007, Major League Baseball commissioned a report on the use of PEDs in the game. The report, which was conducted by former U.S. Senator George Mitchell, found that PEDs were "a widespread and serious problem" in baseball.

The Mitchell Report named dozens of players who had used PEDs, and it led to a number of suspensions and retirements. The report also led to a change in the way that Major League Baseball tested for PEDs.

The Search for the Truth

The use of PEDs in baseball continues to be a controversial issue. Some people believe that players who used PEDs should be punished, while others believe that they should be forgiven.

The search for the truth about who used PEDs is ongoing. Major League Baseball continues to test players for PEDs, and new information about the use of PEDs is emerging all the time.

The use of PEDs in baseball is a complex issue with no easy answers. John Feinstein's book, 'Juiced Players,' is a valuable contribution to the ongoing discussion about PEDs in baseball. It is a well-written and well-researched account of one of the most controversial periods in the game's history.

Clearing the Bases: Juiced Players, Monster Salaries, Sham Records, and a Hall of Famer's Search for the Soul of Baseball

by Mike Schmidt

4 out of 5