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A Complicated Legacy

The debate surrounding the steroid era continues to provoke passionate responses from fans, players, and analysts alike. Many question whether historical records should be altered or erased due to the circumstances surrounding them, while others argue that regardless of controversy, the records reflect actual accomplishments.

While Major League Baseball has since implemented stringent testing protocols to deter steroid use, the scars of the steroid era still linger. The challenge remains: how to reconcile the achievements of players who may have benefited from performance-enhancing substances with the integrity of the sport itself.