Home Sport Mike Trout said, “Some people are just trying to find that extra edge,” in reference to the use of steroids and PEDs by MLB players

Mike Trout said, “Some people are just trying to find that extra edge,” in reference to the use of steroids and PEDs by MLB players

Sport — 13/01/2024 · 0 Comment

It’s hard to deny that Mike Trout is one of the best players of his generation. Although playoff success has eluded him throughout his Hall of Fame career, the Los Angeles Angels superstar has accomplished nearly every possible achievement that one player can.

A true five-tool player, Mike Trout has earned respect from opponents and fans all over the MLB. Even though the three-time MVP has been one of the best players of his generation, there have been next to zero rumors or accusations of steroid usage throughout his career.

“Mike Trout is exactly what baseball needed after the Steroids Era….Alex Rodriguez is not……” – @CoopBelle

A sportsman, Trout has not only not used steroids but openly condemned the usage of performance-enhancing drugs and the players who have been caught using them.

Back in 2013, Trout appeared live on WFAN radio, where he discussed the ongoing use of steroids in professional sports. Trout’s appearance came roughly one week after then-New York Yankees superstar Alex Rodriguez was handed a 211-game suspension from the MLB.

During the radio interview, the then-reigning American League Rookie of the Year condemned the use of steroids, explaining that it takes away from the accomplishments of those who play the game clean and fairly.

“Some people are just trying to find that extra edge,” the Los Angeles Angels superstar said.

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Mike Trout believes that any player found using steroids should be banned

Although the radio interview took place when Trout was still a young player in the MLB, the Los Angeles Angels superstar took a firm stance on PED usage. During the interview, Trout went as far as to say that players who were caught using steroids should be “out of the game.”

While it may not be possible to ban players who are caught using steroids for the first time, the MLB has a number of different policies based on the number of violations.

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A third positive test results in a lifetime ban from the MLB. However, players will be able to apply for reinstatement after one year and can be reinstated after two. Former New York Mets pitcher Jenrry Mejía became the only player to be permanently banned under the policy but would later be reinstated.