Big Papi Tied to Positive Steroids Test
July 30, 2009 by Stephen Kersey
Filed under News, Roid Rage
The day has come that many Boston Red Sox fans have dreaded – Big Papi has been tied to steroids. According to The New York Times, David Ortiz had a 2003 positive drug test for a performance-enhancing substance.
Although the newspaper didn’t have information regarding what substance Ortiz tested positive for back in 2003, this is definitely bad news for Ortiz and the legacy of the Red Sox. Arguably the two best hitters on the 2004 and 2007 World Series champions have been tied to steroids — Ortiz and Manny Ramirez.
When asked about the reported positive steroids test, Ortiz said that he had no comment. His exact quote was: “I’m not talking about that anymore.”
Chances are Ortiz will have to address these rumors. He may opt to deny the positive steroids test. He may opt to go the Alex Rodriguez route and admit to using performance-enhancing substances. But he’ll likely have to say something.
Although he has heated up lately, David Ortiz is struggling through one of the worst years of his career. The 33-year-old is hitting .228 with 14 homers, 58 RBIs and 39 runs.
David Ortiz - Positive Steroids Test (Image: Zuma Press)
