Alex Rodriguez is being investigated by Major League Baseball in connection with allegations of his involvement in high-stakes gambling, and writers from around Tribune Co. are discussing the controversial New York Yankees star. Check back throughout the day for more responses and weigh in with a comment of your own.
Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times
A-Rod's passion for high-stakes card games has long been an open secret in South Florida. But the latest reports, if true, suggest that he's upped the stakes. So although there's nothing wrong with a little poker game, if drugs and thugs are involved -- as Star magazine reported -- that's a different story.
It would be unfair to Rodriguez for anyone jump to conclusions before the investigation has run its course. But if the allegations are true and if baseball's best-paid player on its marquee franchise is hanging around with underworld figures, the integrity of the sport has been put at risk and a lengthy unpaid suspension may be warranted. Sure, that would break new ground -- and it could cost A-Rod his shot at Barry Bonds' all-time home-run record.
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