Sports Rewind: Did A-Rod Use Illegal Substances?

Plus, Nets baller fined for "sexual" gesture.

A-Rod Allegedly Tested Positive for Illegal Substances - Mike Tyson's message for Chris Brown, plus Justin Blackmon suspended indefinitely, and more sports news. —Dominique ZonyééIn a shocking front-page report the New York Times revealed that two sources are claiming Alex Rodriguez tested positive for “a banned stimulant” in 2006. The New York Yankee’s star is currently on trial challenging Major League Baseball for a 211-game suspension for violating the MLB’s drug policy.(Photo: AP Photo/David Karp, File)

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A-Rod Allegedly Tested Positive for Illegal Substances - Mike Tyson's message for Chris Brown, plus Justin Blackmon suspended indefinitely, and more sports news. —Dominique ZonyééIn a shocking front-page report the New York Times revealed that two sources are claiming Alex Rodriguez tested positive for “a banned stimulant” in 2006. The New York Yankee’s star is currently on trial challenging Major League Baseball for a 211-game suspension for violating the MLB’s drug policy.(Photo: AP Photo/David Karp, File)

Kenya Takes the Win at the New York City Marathon - The ING New York City Marathon was back on Sunday after being canceled in 2012 due to Hurricane Sandy. Returning champ Geoffrey Mutai of Kenya kept his first place title in record time of 2 hours, 8 minutes, 24 seconds. Fellow Kenyan Priscah Jeptoo was also a winner, as she came from behind to win the women's race.(Photo: AP Photo/Kathy Willens)

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Kenya Takes the Win at the New York City Marathon - The ING New York City Marathon was back on Sunday after being canceled in 2012 due to Hurricane Sandy. Returning champ Geoffrey Mutai of Kenya kept his first place title in record time of 2 hours, 8 minutes, 24 seconds. Fellow Kenyan Priscah Jeptoo was also a winner, as she came from behind to win the women's race.(Photo: AP Photo/Kathy Willens)

Sean Taylor's Killer Found Guilty - It took a Florida jury 16 hours over four days to convict Eric Rivera, 23, of second-degree murder on Monday for the 2007 murder of Washington Redskins star Sean Taylor. Rivera originally made a video confession, stating that he was the shooter, but testified that he was coerced.  He was also charged with armed burglary. Three other men are awaiting trial.(Photo: AP Photo/The Miami Herald, Peter Andrew Bosch, Pool, File)

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Sean Taylor's Killer Found Guilty - It took a Florida jury 16 hours over four days to convict Eric Rivera, 23, of second-degree murder on Monday for the 2007 murder of Washington Redskins star Sean Taylor. Rivera originally made a video confession, stating that he was the shooter, but testified that he was coerced.  He was also charged with armed burglary. Three other men are awaiting trial.(Photo: AP Photo/The Miami Herald, Peter Andrew Bosch, Pool, File)

“Money” Mayweather and Lindsey Lohan Bond at Bash - He doesn’t drink and she just got out of rehab, so why were Lindsey Lohan and Floyd Mayweather Jr. partying it up at Foxwoods Resort and Casino in Connecticut? For Halloween of course! The “old friends” got cozy as Freddie Kruegar and Carrie from The Rage on Oct. 31 as LiLo hosted the Halloween bash.(Photo: Floyd Mayweather via Instagram)

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“Money” Mayweather and Lindsey Lohan Bond at Bash - He doesn’t drink and she just got out of rehab, so why were Lindsey Lohan and Floyd Mayweather Jr. partying it up at Foxwoods Resort and Casino in Connecticut? For Halloween of course! The “old friends” got cozy as Freddie Kruegar and Carrie from The Rage on Oct. 31 as LiLo hosted the Halloween bash.(Photo: Floyd Mayweather via Instagram)

Jaguars’ Justin Blackmon Suspended Indefinitely - The Jacksonville Jaguars are getting another black eye.  The team announced Friday that wide receiver Justin Blackmon was suspended indefinitely. Blackmon started the 2013-2014 season with a four game suspension for violating the NFL drug policy. The former first-round draft pick has had incidents involving drugs and alcohol in the past, and will enter rehab soon, according to league sources.(Photo: AP Photo/Sang Tan)

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Jaguars’ Justin Blackmon Suspended Indefinitely - The Jacksonville Jaguars are getting another black eye.  The team announced Friday that wide receiver Justin Blackmon was suspended indefinitely. Blackmon started the 2013-2014 season with a four game suspension for violating the NFL drug policy. The former first-round draft pick has had incidents involving drugs and alcohol in the past, and will enter rehab soon, according to league sources.(Photo: AP Photo/Sang Tan)

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Nets’ Andray Blatche Fined for “Sexual” Gesture - How much does making an offensive sexual gesture cost a baller? Brooklyn Nets reserve center Andray Blatche was fined $15,000 by the league for making a “gesture of sexual nature” late into the team's 101-100 victory over the Miami Heat Friday night.(Photo: Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images)

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Nets’ Andray Blatche Fined for “Sexual” Gesture - How much does making an offensive sexual gesture cost a baller? Brooklyn Nets reserve center Andray Blatche was fined $15,000 by the league for making a “gesture of sexual nature” late into the team's 101-100 victory over the Miami Heat Friday night.(Photo: Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images)

Mike Tyson's Message to Chris Brown - Singer Chris Brown spent a night in jail and quickly entered anger management rehab but not without Mike Tyson giving him a piece of his mind. During a radio interview with 95.5 PLJ Morning Show Tuesday, Tyson said he was worried about Brown and warned the young star to remain humble. The troubled artist was arrested for assault again last weekend. He allegedly punched a man on Sunday outside Washington, D.C., nightclub.(Photo: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images)

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Mike Tyson's Message to Chris Brown - Singer Chris Brown spent a night in jail and quickly entered anger management rehab but not without Mike Tyson giving him a piece of his mind. During a radio interview with 95.5 PLJ Morning Show Tuesday, Tyson said he was worried about Brown and warned the young star to remain humble. The troubled artist was arrested for assault again last weekend. He allegedly punched a man on Sunday outside Washington, D.C., nightclub.(Photo: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images)

Red Sox Rout Cardinals to Win World Series - The Boston Red Sox ended an 86-year championship drought in 2004 and on Oct. 30 they were able to do it again. The Red Sox beat the St. Louis Cardinals, 6-1, in Game 6 of the World Series, landing a third championship in 10 years. (Photo: AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

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Red Sox Rout Cardinals to Win World Series - The Boston Red Sox ended an 86-year championship drought in 2004 and on Oct. 30 they were able to do it again. The Red Sox beat the St. Louis Cardinals, 6-1, in Game 6 of the World Series, landing a third championship in 10 years. (Photo: AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

Saying Goodbye: Allen Iverson Retires from NBA - It’s so hard to say goodbye, especially for the Philadelphia 76ers. Before Game 1, a packed Wells Fargo Center watched a highlight tape of Allen Iverson on Wednesday for the guard’s official retirement. "I'm going to always be a Sixer til I die," Iverson declared. He played his last NBA game in 2010.(Photo: AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

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Saying Goodbye: Allen Iverson Retires from NBA - It’s so hard to say goodbye, especially for the Philadelphia 76ers. Before Game 1, a packed Wells Fargo Center watched a highlight tape of Allen Iverson on Wednesday for the guard’s official retirement. "I'm going to always be a Sixer til I die," Iverson declared. He played his last NBA game in 2010.(Photo: AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Heat Blazes on NBA Opening Night - The NBA’s opening night kicked off Tuesday with three intense games. The Lakers, sans Kobe Bryant, spanked the Los Angeles Clippers 116-103, Indiana Pacers beat Orlando Magic 97-87, and the Miami Heat clobbered the Chicago Bulls, 107-95. To top off their win, the Heat opened up the night with a championship ring ceremony.(Photo: AP Photo/J Pat Carter)

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Heat Blazes on NBA Opening Night - The NBA’s opening night kicked off Tuesday with three intense games. The Lakers, sans Kobe Bryant, spanked the Los Angeles Clippers 116-103, Indiana Pacers beat Orlando Magic 97-87, and the Miami Heat clobbered the Chicago Bulls, 107-95. To top off their win, the Heat opened up the night with a championship ring ceremony.(Photo: AP Photo/J Pat Carter)

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Oneida Nation Requests Meeting With All NFL Owners - The Washington Redskins vs. Oneida Nation continues. The American Indian nation is “disappointed” that the Redskins will continue to use the name, following a meeting with team owner Dan Snyder.  Relentless and determined, the Oneida Nation is requesting a meeting with all 32 NFL teams during Super Bowl Week. (Photo: AP Photo/Louis Lanzano)

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Oneida Nation Requests Meeting With All NFL Owners - The Washington Redskins vs. Oneida Nation continues. The American Indian nation is “disappointed” that the Redskins will continue to use the name, following a meeting with team owner Dan Snyder.  Relentless and determined, the Oneida Nation is requesting a meeting with all 32 NFL teams during Super Bowl Week. (Photo: AP Photo/Louis Lanzano)

Does Marquez Want a Bradley Rematch? - According to ESPN sources, the Mexican boxer, who was defeated by Timothy Bradley in October, is looking for a rematch. And Marquez wants it on Mexican soil, not Las Vegas, according to promoter Fernando Beltran. (Photo: Jeff Bottari/Getty Images)

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Does Marquez Want a Bradley Rematch? - According to ESPN sources, the Mexican boxer, who was defeated by Timothy Bradley in October, is looking for a rematch. And Marquez wants it on Mexican soil, not Las Vegas, according to promoter Fernando Beltran. (Photo: Jeff Bottari/Getty Images)

Man Charged in Adrian Peterson Son's Murder Released - Joseph Patterson, 27, the man accused of beating Minnesota Vikings Adrian Peterson’s 2-year-old to death, was released from a South Dakota jail Tuesday after posting $750,000 bond. The bond was reduced from $1 million Monday after Patterson pled not guilty. He is charged with second- and first-degree murder among other charges.(Photo: AP Photo/The Argus Leader, Joe Ahlquist) 

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Man Charged in Adrian Peterson Son's Murder Released - Joseph Patterson, 27, the man accused of beating Minnesota Vikings Adrian Peterson’s 2-year-old to death, was released from a South Dakota jail Tuesday after posting $750,000 bond. The bond was reduced from $1 million Monday after Patterson pled not guilty. He is charged with second- and first-degree murder among other charges.(Photo: AP Photo/The Argus Leader, Joe Ahlquist) 

Celtics Suspend Jared Sullinger for Opener - Although domestic violence charges were dismissed against Boston Celtics forward and center Jared Sullinger on Monday, on Tuesday he said he understood why the Celtics still chose to suspend him for Game 1 on Wednesday. “Honestly, we're trying to build a culture around here. And so I totally accept that one-game suspension," Sullinger said. (Photo: Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

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Celtics Suspend Jared Sullinger for Opener - Although domestic violence charges were dismissed against Boston Celtics forward and center Jared Sullinger on Monday, on Tuesday he said he understood why the Celtics still chose to suspend him for Game 1 on Wednesday. “Honestly, we're trying to build a culture around here. And so I totally accept that one-game suspension," Sullinger said. (Photo: Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Jerry Jones: Deion Sanders Could Have Stopped Calvin Johnson - Ah, the Dallas Cowboys 1996 dream team: Troy Aikman, Deion Sanders, Emmitt Smith, et al. Two days after Calvin “Megatron” Johnson ran for 329 receiving yards on Dallas and Dez Bryant on Sunday, Jones said on KRLD-FM radio that he thought Deion Sanders in his prime could shut down "Megatron."(Photo: Andy Lyons  /Allsport)

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Jerry Jones: Deion Sanders Could Have Stopped Calvin Johnson - Ah, the Dallas Cowboys 1996 dream team: Troy Aikman, Deion Sanders, Emmitt Smith, et al. Two days after Calvin “Megatron” Johnson ran for 329 receiving yards on Dallas and Dez Bryant on Sunday, Jones said on KRLD-FM radio that he thought Deion Sanders in his prime could shut down "Megatron."(Photo: Andy Lyons  /Allsport)

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New Video Surfaces of Dez Bryant’s Sideline Debate - If losing 31-30 to the Detroit Lions wasn’t enough, Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant was also the victim of ridicule, when a soundless video of his passionate sideline tirade went viral. While critics slammed Bryant for his behavior, on Monday the NFL released video with sound, in which Bryant was shown being positive in his emotionally charged speech to quarterback Tony Romo.(Photo: Courtesy of NFL)

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New Video Surfaces of Dez Bryant’s Sideline Debate - If losing 31-30 to the Detroit Lions wasn’t enough, Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant was also the victim of ridicule, when a soundless video of his passionate sideline tirade went viral. While critics slammed Bryant for his behavior, on Monday the NFL released video with sound, in which Bryant was shown being positive in his emotionally charged speech to quarterback Tony Romo.(Photo: Courtesy of NFL)

Panthers Mike Mitchell Pissed off About Fines - Talking crap can cost close to $10K for NFLers. Carolina Panthers safety Mike Mitchell was fined $7,875 for taunting on a fourth-quarter play in which St. Louis Rams quarterback Sam Bradford suffered a season-ending knee injury in on Oct. 20. Angry with the penalty, Mitchell called out the NFL and Commissioner Roger Goodell on Monday claiming they “targeted him for the fine.”(Photo: Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images)

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Panthers Mike Mitchell Pissed off About Fines - Talking crap can cost close to $10K for NFLers. Carolina Panthers safety Mike Mitchell was fined $7,875 for taunting on a fourth-quarter play in which St. Louis Rams quarterback Sam Bradford suffered a season-ending knee injury in on Oct. 20. Angry with the penalty, Mitchell called out the NFL and Commissioner Roger Goodell on Monday claiming they “targeted him for the fine.”(Photo: Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images)

Seahawks Sidney Rice Out for the Season - Being diagnosed with a torn ACL is the worst news for an athlete. Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Sidney Rice is the latest NFLer to succumb to the injury, which will unfortunately keep him out for the season, the team said Tuesday. The new injury comes after three seasons of injuries for Rice.(Photo: Scott Halleran/Getty Images)

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Seahawks Sidney Rice Out for the Season - Being diagnosed with a torn ACL is the worst news for an athlete. Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Sidney Rice is the latest NFLer to succumb to the injury, which will unfortunately keep him out for the season, the team said Tuesday. The new injury comes after three seasons of injuries for Rice.(Photo: Scott Halleran/Getty Images)