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October 21, 2007
BY SEAN McADAM
Journal Sports Writer
BOSTON -- Cleveland Indians general manager Mark Shapiro issued a statement this morning regarding pitcher Paul Byrd.
A story in this morning's San Francisco Chronicle reported that Byrd, who won Game fOUR of this ALCS, purchased $25,000 worth of human growth hormone between 2002-2005.
''We aware of the story regarding Paul,'' said Shapiro. ''I have spoken with Paul about the situation, however, at this time I don't feel I have enough information to make any further comments on the matter. He has been an important member of this organization - on and off the field – over the last two years and we support him in this process.''
Byrd told Fox Sports.com that he took the hormone to combat a pituatary gland problem.
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