The biggest issue surrounding the Pittsburgh Pirates this off-season was Jung-Ho Kang. Now, the focus has shifted to Starling Marte. Marte has been suspended for 80 games after he failed the Spring Training drug test. Many fans are very upset as “their favorite player will never be the same.” There is a lot to be upset about this situation, however there is a bigger picture here. Marte is the Pittsburgh Pirates best player hands down, even before he decided to take nandrolone. In a way, it is hard to blame Marte for taking steroids. Yes it is against the rules, it is selfish, and it puts the team in a tough position going forward, but it is part of baseball.
Pittsburgh Pirates: Marte, Steroids, and Baseball Culture
