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The Rise and Fall of Barry Bonds: A Complicated Legacy
In the late 1990s and early 2000s, the world of Major League Baseball (MLB) was rocked by a steroid scandal that would leave a lasting impact on the sport. Amongst the players involved, Barry Bonds stands out as a particularly polarizing figure. Despite numerous athletes using performance-enhancing drugs, Bonds became the only player sentenced to house arrest for lying about his steroid use. His dramatic career and the media’s treatment of him offer a deep dive into the complexities of fame, controversy, and the intricacies of the sporting world.