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# Wednesday, August 05, 2009
Not So Deep Thoughts: Here's hoping Albert is clean
Posted by Tuff Stuff

As I continue to follow Albert Pujols' career in amazement, I can't help but wonder if and when the day might come when King Albert is knocked from his thrown as the game's best player amid steroid allegations. In today's era of MLB where outstanding performances tend to go hand and hand with PED use, are we expected to believe that Pujols was almost literally the only one who steered clear of the juice? Not sure of the answer to that one but I sure hope so.

With today's MLB stars falling from grace quicker than the records they've fraudulently destroyed, somehow, almost miraculously, Pujols has remained absent from any of the damning lists that have tainted the careers of so many before him. And unlike when Barry Bonds was assaulting the record books in 2002, there's no outcry of foul play, just applause and admiration. Not sure how Pujols got on the "untouchable" list but I'm sure glad he did and I hope he stays on it forever.

Pujols is currently 1st in the NL in HRs (36), Runs (85), OBP (.443), OPS (1.125), slugging (.682) and RBIs with 97. He's already wrapped up the MVP award and is now batting .321 after breaking out of a two-week "slump." After last night's heroics against the Mets, Pujols is now 7-for-9 with 5 grand slams and 27 RBIs this season which is the true definition of clutch. How long will it be before opposing pitchers start intentionally walking Pujols when he bats with the bases loaded. Not sure, but I hope it's a long time because Pujols is one of the only players I can ever remember that has ever made me feel privileged to watch him play.

Deep down do I believe Pujols never touched steroids and his impressive skills are part god-given ability and hard work? I must admit I have my doubts. But until there is some proof to the contrary, I'm going to continue to watch in awe as the best right-handed hitter of all time continues to amaze. Not bad for a 13th-round pick, that's for sure.



Wednesday, August 05, 2009 2:51:02 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)  #  Comments [2]
Wednesday, August 05, 2009 3:48:20 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)
I for one believe that Albert is clean and remained clean. I figured McGwire late in his career may have mentored Albert on the evils of the juice or Albert had a first hand account of what steroid suspicions could do to a career.

I, like Hank Aaron, would truly like to see the court sealed documents opened and presented so that all the suspicions and rumours of the past become factual and MLB can move on with a clear conscience !

Steve in st louis even though im a die hard Cub fan
steve emerick
Tuesday, August 18, 2009 5:06:57 PM (GMT Daylight Time, UTC+01:00)
I BELIEVE PUJOLS IS CLEAN CHECK OUT THE PUJOLS FAMILY FOUNDATION, HE EXPRESSES HIS FAITH IN GOD AND ALL CONTRIBUTES EVERYTHING HE IS TO GOD. I'M PRAYING HE IS TRUE TO HIS WORD IF NOT IT WOULD BE THE END OF BASEBALL AS WE KNOW IT.
nlsn200
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