I had already developed inherited back problems. I had degenerative disk disease, a form of scoliosis, arthritis. And I truly believe that if it weren't for the use of steroids - I'm not saying steroids is for everyone, but in my case in general, if I have not used steroids, I mean, physically right now I'd probably be a wreck.

My motive, and I will make it clear and look you in the eyes, is to attack major league baseball. That's my motive.

The truth is, no one wants to face the fact that there was a huge double standard in baseball, and white athletes like Mark McGwire, Cal Ripken Jr., and Brady Anderson were protected and coddled in a way that an outspoken Latino like me never would be. The light-eyed and white-skinned were declared household names. Canseco the Cuban was left out in the cold, where racism and double standards rule.

I think baseball owes McGwire a gratitude of thanks for putting baseball back on the map where it should be.

All I have is the truth, and I've proven that.

I think you want to try every sport possible just to experience life.

The fans love the home runs, the home run competition between Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa.