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SAN FRANCISCO -- Barry Bonds has an idea that he might follow in Mark McGwire's footsteps ... by teaching hitting. As for the admission of steroid use, don't hold your breath.
Bonds returned to AT&T Park for the ballpark's 10th anniversary celebration on Sunday and told reporters that he worked out with Ryan Howard over the winter in Florida, and he'd be interested in teaching about hitting if anyone would ask.
"I was given a gift with the things I know and could do in this game," Bonds said. "Sooner or later I will be able to pass that along. Whoever wants it, I'll be able to be able to talk to them about it. I can see things that they don't understand how I see them. They don't understand these things. I have very good talent. If they want it, I'll be happy to share it."
Obviously, the major hurdle to Bonds getting a job in baseball is the fact that he's currently facing federal perjury charges that stem from his testimony in the BALCO case. The trial has been delayed indefinitely.
Bonds did not answer any questions about the case. Because of the perjury charge, Bonds obviously couldn't admit that he ever used steroids, as McGwire did.
Asked specifically about McGwire's admission, Bonds said he was "proud" of McGwire.
While he's waiting, Bonds said he's enjoying his retirement, except that he still isn't willing to officially announce that he's retired ("It's not necessary at the moment," he said.). He is working out, and he seemed to be in good shape. When asked if he would consider playing if his phone rang, he said "I haven't trained that hard yet to be able to answer that question."
Bonds was also noncommittal when asked if he'd consider an offer to coach.
"When that opportunity presents itself, I'll be able to give you a more clearcut answer," he said. "At the moment right now I'm just having fun."Bonds said Howard called him over the winter and asked him to come to Florida to work with him.
"I coached him a little bit and he's actually doing very, very well and hasn't said a word about me yet," Bonds said. "But I love him and I'm glad he's doing well."
Howard had not talked publicly about his help from Bonds until after Bonds mentioned it on Sunday. He then told MLB.com that he appreciated Bonds' help.
"What he did for me was great," Howard said. "That was huge. You don't get too many chances to really work with somebody that you grew up idolizing. He's one of the greatest players to ever play this game. For me, it was an honor to just sit there and listen and watch. He's so smart as far this game is concerned. The things that he knows, the things that he was telling me and teaching me, I hope to continue to learn. That's the thing about this game. You're always trying to make adjustments. You're always trying to learn. And who better to learn from than one of the best players in the game?"
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