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Dykstra Linked to Steroids, Gambling

"He led the NL in hits, walks and runs and nearly doubled his previous high in home runs.

"...Now, in court documents and interviews, former associates allege that during that magical season, 'Nails' — as he was known — indulged in two of baseball's biggest sins: steroid use and illegal gambling.

"A longtime friend and business partner is suing Dykstra in Ventura County, Calif., seeking to regain an interest in their lucrative car wash business. In the suit, Lindsay Jones, 42, of Irvine, alleges that Dykstra advised him to bet thousands of dollars with a bookmaker on selected Phillies games in 1993.

"Jones said in a sworn statement that the wagers were a form of payment to him, made 'on the basis that Lenny would cover all losses, and I would use the winnings to live on.'

"Dykstra's lawyer, Daniel Petrocelli, said the three-time All-Star 'absolutely denies' the allegation.

"...Dykstra, 42, retired in 1998 after a 12-year career with the Phillies and New York Mets..."

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