Braun: It's A Big Deal

It's tempting to dismiss Ryan Braun's suspension for using PED's and shrug our shoulders saying, "it's no big deal" and "everyone is juiced."

First off, no, not everyone is juiced. Cheaters are juiced.

Second, it is a big deal. A fucking big deal. Again, consider the unforeseen injustice of this selfish action. Aside from leaving the Milwaukee Brewers in the lurch (remember, they let Prince Fielder go to Detroit), Braun probably took the spot of an honest player.

Now, I don't expect him to apologize to his teammates and all these journalists acting holier than thou can all go fuck a persimmon, but don't try and tell me this is 'no big deal.'

Think of the Olympics. All the spoils (endorsements) go to the victor. So if you win, gold, you're set for life - you're gold. If win silver, may as well go work at a gas station. Ok, maybe not that bad but it's close since money isn't freed up for #2. If you're not first, you're last as Ricky Bobby would say.

If the gold winner is a cheater where does that leave the silver medalist? By then, all the money is spent and their chance at endorsement is likely dead.

THAT'S why it's a serious issue.

I get the "let's just make it legal and monitor it" but I fear that's easier said than done.

Nah. Just suspend their sorry asses and quit making excuses for these guys.