SAN FRANCISCO -- When documentary film crews began trailing BarryBonds for his new ESPN reality TV show, the idea was to capturebehind-the-scenes moments of the slugger as he chased Hank Aaron'scareer home run record.
But production took a hard turn last month, said Joan Lynch,executive producer of ESPN Original Entertainment. That's when Bonds'alleged steroid use was detailed in the book Game of Shadows, andMajor League Baseball launched an investigation into accusations itstop athletes, including Bonds, used performance-enhancing drugs.
The series "Bonds on Bonds," which premiered Tuesday night, showsa profile far different from the original idea, Lynch said. …
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