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More Words of Wisdom from ‘Rockhead’, John Rocker:

The ‘Rockhead’, John Rocker, denied on “The Herd” this morning that he ordered HGH. Once again, he complied with standard operating procedure when a report is broadcast about athletes who are alleged of using performance enhancing drugs – denial.

Former major league relief pitcher John Rocker told ESPN Radio on Wednesday that he was directed by doctors to take over-the-counter supplements that would raise his human growth hormone levels -- and that he never purchased human growth hormone with a prescription.

"I never had a prescription for any HGH. If somebody's got a beef to make with me, show me a prescription," he told guest host Erik Kuselias on ESPN Radio's "The Herd."

Rocker's account contradicted a report linking Rocker with a pharmacy in Alabama raided in connection with an investigation into sales of performance-enhancing substances. It also contradicted Rocker's own publicist, who told the New York Daily News that Rocker admitted using HGH but said he needed the substance for medical reasons.

He blames the media for the story and calls it “journalism gone awry”.

He feels that, "Basically it's a lot of media propaganda. It's a great scandal to drive ratings and sell newspapers," he said of coverage of doping in baseball … Asked what advice he could give young baseball players, Rocker said "If the league allows you to do it, do it. If it's legal, do it. Why not?

Well, I cannot prove that he did anything, but being that he’s retired, I don’t think it really matters. Bottom line is though, if you didn’t do anything, when why is your name in a database?

Dice-K, as Advertised? Daisuke Matsuzaka threw three scoreless innings for the Boston Red Sox when he faced major league hitters for the first time Tuesday. He’s looking good – real good. I am not going to blink until April, but he’s been impressive so far.

Josh Johnson out Two Months? Sadly, Marlins right-hander Josh Johnson finally has a diagnosis for his sore arm -- an irritated ulnar nerve that will likely force him to miss at least the first two months of the season. (ESPN)

Javier Vazquez Signs A New Deal: The White Sox have agreed to terms on a three-year, $34.5-million contract extension with right-handed pitcher Javier Vazquez. He will make exactly $11.5 million in 2008, 2009 and 2010, and his contract also includes bonuses for award.