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Roberts admits he used steroids -
Orioles second baseman says he took drugs only once, in 2003 Orioles second baseman Brian Roberts issued a statement last night in response to his name being listed in the Mitchell Report. It read in part: "I know that by being a professional athlete, I am held to a very high standard. ... However, I am also human and I have made mistakes." ( Sun photo by Kenneth K. Lam / May 11, 2005) By Jeff ...
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Roberts comes clean: He used 'roids ONCE
Camden Chat — From The (Baltimore) Sun: Orioles second baseman Brian Roberts admitted last night that he used steroids "once," in 2003, but said he hasn't used them or any other performance-enhancing drugs since. He was silent for four days after his name appeared in former Sen. George ...

The Daily Roundup: Tuesday
ACC BasketBlog — ... Another shoe drops and the noose gets tighter on Clemmons neck- Roberts admits steroid use : "Brian Roberts admitted last night that he used steroids "once," in 2003, but said he hasn't used them or any other performance-enhancing drugs since. "I know that by being a professional athlete, I am held to a very high standard. ... However, I am also human and I have made mistakes," Roberts said in a statement." ...

Now It's The Players Turn
Every Facet of the Game — ... However, in an interview in this mornings Baltimore Sun Brian Roberts came clean, admitting to using steroids in 2003. ...

ESPN’s Fernando Vina Confirms HGH Use, Denies Steroids
The Big Lead — ... Why not just admit to using both? Because HGH is “ok” since players used it to heal faster, but steroids are bad because they pump you up and have a terrible stigma? Brian Roberts of the Orioles - when you see this guy up close, he’s got Popeye arms - has admitted to using steroids so Vina and Rocket and the rest of these frauds should just do the same. Hopefully, nobody is buying this, ‘I used it once’ bunk … put yourself in their shoes - you use it, you ...

Random Rundown for 12/18
MVN Outsider — From Around the Sports World, as Mother of the Year is announced… - Brian Roberts comes clean about his steriod use, saying he used it once in 2003.  [Baltimore Sun] -  Lance Briggs is in another battle off the field, this time a legal battle over child support.  [Chicago Tribune] - Keon Clark, who played 6 seasons in the NBA from 99-2004, admits that he never played a game sober.  [Toronto Sun] - Chris Simon of the New York Islanders has been put on leave of absence so that he can get help ...

Roberts, Vina Join the Confessional
My Pinstripes — Baltimore Orioles 2nd Baseman Brian Roberts admitted to a one-time steroid use in 2003, and retired 2nd Baseman, and current ESPN analyst, Fernando Vina confirmed that he used HGH in that same year. Both players were named in the Mitchell Report released last Thursday. Roberts were remorseful in his statement. "I would like to address the allegations that were made against me in the Mitchell Report. I will begin by saying that I have worked very hard to develop a good reputation both on and off the field. I have always taken pride in being a ...

Orioles' Roberts admits he used steroids once
MLB - Sports Rumors - Yahoo! Sports — ... 2003, when I took one shot of steroids, I immediately realized that this was not what I stood for or anything that I wanted to continue doing. I never used steroids, human growth hormone or any other performance-enhancing drugs prior to or since that single incident. I am very sorry and I deeply regret ever making that terrible decision. My only hope and prayer is that the Orioles, my family, friends and fans that have supported me so faithfully will forgive me." Source: Baltimore Sun Related: ...

Just a Sip: The Irish Pub Theory on Steroid Use
The Off-Color Commentator — ... This story comes to mind from the annals of the past in the wake of all the new allegations that have surfaced due to the publication of George Mitchell's findings, and Brian Roberts’ corresponding claim that he used steroids, but only did so once. ...

Introductions, Announcements and Ramifications?
ChicagoCubsOnline.com — ... Are the Cubs still interested in trading for Brian Roberts? Roberts admitted on Monday night to taking steroids once in 2003 but denied use of steroids in 2006 ...

Roger Clemens Vis a Vis Brian Roberts
The Big Lead — ... Roberts! The Orioles went further - they took shots at the Michell Report after 19 O’s were named, and really were upset with Roberts being “lumped in” to a group of cheaters. Well, as we all know, Roberts came out Tuesday and admitted he used steroids. ...

'So Your Name Has Appeared In The Mitchell Report: A Self-Help Guide'
Big League Stew — ... Take a page right from the Bill Clinton campaigning handbook. Admit to using drugs only once. Issue a claim that they never helped you on the field. Then express a faith in God, remain humble and continue being the likeable tiny star the fan base loves. When all is completed, wait for trade to Cubs. ...

Brian Roberts, 100 Percent All-Natural Guy
Your Face is a Sports Blog — See, Brian Roberts really did just use steroids that one time , but he learned his lesson and isn't going to ever, ever do it again. I mean, the guy is ...

WCBias All-Stær(oid) Team
WCBias | West Coast Bias Sports Blog | West Coast Sports News by West Coast Sports Fans, Covering Los Angeles Lakers, Dodgers and All Things West Coast — ... believe the reports, MLB players have approved the “toughened” drug agreement. In honor of this “strict” new drug agreement, roid-ragin' WCBias presents to you its All-Stær(oid) Team, consisting of the who’s who of players linked to performance-enhancing drugs, according to a rash of media reports, admissions and the good ol’ Mitchell Report . Outfield Barry Bonds , LF Lenny Dykstra , CF [image] Sammy Sosa , RF Infield Rafael Palmeiro , 1B Brian Roberts , 2B Miguel Tejada , SS Matt Williams , 3B Ivan Rodriguez , C ...

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