Clemens Lied for Hall of Fame, U.S. Says as Trial Begins
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Roger Clemens lied to Congress about using steroids and human growth hormone to protect his chances of election to the Hall of Fame, a U.S. prosecutor told jurors as the ex-pitcher’s perjury trial began in Washington.
Clemens, who pitched for the New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox, Houston Astros and Toronto Blue Jays during a 24-year career, used the drugs to remain competitive as he aged, Assistant U.S. Attorney Steven Durham said in opening statements today in Washington. Admitting to it would have had a “negative influence” on his reputation, Durham said.