Sure, McGwire’s blanket mea culpa came years too late and wasn’t sincere, but what’s he supposed to do, write letters?
Earlier in the week it was Carlton Fisk’s turn to flog McGwire. Fisk is famous for not minding his own business. I was there the night he took it upon himself to reprimand Deion Sanders, an opposing player, for not running hard. Sanders took exception and a scuffle ensued. Rightfully so.
The funny part is that some of these McGwire critics forget they played in an era when amphetamines were gobbled like candy from a big bowl in the clubhouse. One Hall of Famer, Dayton-born Mike Schmidt, has admitted to taking “greenies” to gain an edge. So spare us the outrage.
Contact this reporter at (937) 225-2408 or smcclelland@DaytonDailyNews.com.
About the Author