Those who are waiting to hear players testify in the BALCO case may never get the chance. Greg Anderson is working on a plea bargain. My guess is that Conte will get a deal, also, especially if part of Anderson's deal is to testify against Conte.

Prosecutors really prefer a deal to a trial. It saves time and money, and they get one in the Win column. I'm not going to be surprised if this never goes to trial.

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