The problems associated with the promotion of unproven stem cell therapies have been well documented.5,6,22 Indeed, it has emerged as one of the most significant science policy issues in the realm of regenerative medicine and stem cell research. There seems little doubt that the publicized use of these therapies by famous athletes helps to promote use and legitimize both the procedures and the relevant clinics. This seems particularly worrisome at a time when public representations of efficacy have already been confused by ongoing public debates about how best to translate and regulate the use of emerging stem cell technologies.23.Perhaps, given that I am a native New Yorker and as such despise all things "Bean Town" including the Red Sox, my point of view is somewhat skewed, but I feel very safe in saying that the Commissioner of the NFL is right and just in his findings. And, after all is said and done, that is the period at the end of the sentence. They are cheaters.