An earlier report surfacing today revealed that David Ortiz was one of the 104 players listed as testing positive in a 2003 drug test that has already incriminated several high-profile stars. Big Papi didn’t take a passive stance, however as he immediately released a statement regarding the report.

“Honestly, right now, I don’t have [any] information about it,” Ortiz said. “I’m going to get more info about the situation and I’m going to honestly tell you guys what’s up. Right now, I don’t have [any] answers. I’ve got no information. The next few days, I’m going to get some information about it.”

When pressed further, he indicated that he would be on a fact-finding mission in order to clear up any questions regarding the circumstances surrounding the reported positive test. He also indicated that he will offer complete transparency regarding the matter:

“I want to talk about this situation and I will as soon as I have more answers. In the meantime I want to let you know how I am approaching this situation. One, I have already contacted the Players Association to confirm if this report is true. I have just been told that the report is true. Based on the way I have lived my life, I am surprised to learn I tested positive. Two, I will find out what I tested positive for. And, three, based on whatever I learn, I will share this information with my club and the public. You know me — I will not hide and I will not make excuses.

The next few days should be interesting as Red Sox fans and the nation watch and wait. Interestingly, Ortiz blasted a game-winning home run tonight only hours after the report was released.

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