Research Journal 7: Supporting Claim with Sources

ARGUEMENT: 

Major League baseball players actions during the “Steroid Age”  were not only based on the desire to cheat, but they were based external pressures within the league that failed the players. The players essentially caved in to the pressure of competition and the fame that came with winning and making money. Since the league did not have strong policies on drug use or even drug testing, the penalties weren’t enough to maintain ethical practices. 

Task

For this research journal, you will write a portion of your research-based argument. You will write one reason or subclaim of your larger argument. You will write at least one substantial paragraph In your journal entry, include the following:

Write your thesis statement at the beginning of your entry. This should be a clear and concise argumentative position on your topic.