Beer and Cigs OK at Coors, But Not Pot
Only in Denver (and maybe in Seattle) will you find a sign at a major-league ballpark - in this case Coors Field, home of the Rockies - that warns people to not break out marijuana in a designated smoking area.
Sporting Highs
High on Will Hill: Ravens Sign Suspended Safety
Talk about mixed messages. Will Hill, who after his third suspension for violating the NFL's sustance abuse policy in the last three years, was signed yesterday by the Baltimore Ravens.
Padre Suspended for Speeding
San Diego Padres outfielder Cameron Maybin has ADD and a Therapeutic Use Exemption from Major League Baseball to take certain drugs. But he still ran afoul of the league's program and has been suspended for 25 games.
Auburn's Marshall Busted for Pot in Georgia
Auburn QB Nick Marshall was cited for marijuana possession in Georgia on July 11. Marshall led the Tigers to the BCS Championship Game against Florida State, which they lost.
Yankees Reliever Suspended for Positive Pot Test
Major League Baseball rarely bans players for marijuana, but Yankees pitcher Alfredo Aceves has been caught in a loophole that will cost him 50 games.