Breaking News: Glaus used steroids in '03-'04

Michael Schmidt of the NY Times is reporting today that Cardinals third baseman Troy Glaus used steroids while a member of the Anaheim Angels in 2003-2004.

Glaus said he was “willing to take the risk” because he needed to play, according to a report written by the federal agent who interviewed him.

It also appears that Glaus used steroids prior to enforced ban put in place by MLB. Glaus wasn't alone though. Teammates Scot Schoenweis and Todd Greene also used banned substances.

Schoeneweis said he knew when players were tested because he was his team’s union representative, according to the report, though Schoeneweis said in an interview last month that the agent misinterpreted him. A basic tenet of effective drug testing is that the element of surprise is essential.

Journeyman pitcher Ismael Valdez is also named in the story.

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