John Rocker said in a radio interview that use of performance-enhancing drugs in Major League Baseball helped transform it into a more appealing sport.
Years after his retirement Rocker, a controversial figure during his career, admitted to using steroids.
"Honestly, and this may go against what some people think from an ethical stand point, I think it was the better game," Rocker said on Cleveland's 92.3 The Fan. "At the end of the day when people are paying their $80, $120, whatever it may be, to buy their ticket and come watch that game, it's almost like the circus is in town.
"They are paid to be entertained. They wanna see some clown throw a fastball 101 mph and some other guy hit it 500 feet. That's entertainment. You're paying to be entertained."
Via ESPN