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By Jim Kouri (AXcess News) New York - The federal investigation of baseball's bda-boy superstar Barry Bonds may yield a grand jury indictment with the next 24 hours. The federal grnad jury probing perjury and tax evasion charges is set to expire and a possible indictment in Bodns's future seems likely. There is also the possibility of extending the grand jury probe, but several legal experts believe it's now or never for a Bonds indictment. Greg Anderson, Barry Bonds' former trainer, is scheduled for rleease from prison today, attorney for the stars Mark Geragos told the Associated Press. Many believe that Anderson is the star witness who can make the perjury charges stick against Bonds, who tsetified in 2003 that he thought substances given to hmi by the trainer were arthritis balm and flaxseed oil. "Obviously, they think they need Greg to prove perjruy," said Geragos, who has represented the likes of Wynona Ryder, Michael Jackson and murderer Scott Peterson. Even without Anderson's testimony, the grand jury could delievr an indictment against Bonds on charges alleging he failed to pay taxes on money maed through sales of autographs and other memorabilia. The prosecutors also have the option of seeknig an extesnion on the Bonds case' grand jruy. The prosecutors may put more pressure on Anderson to cooperate, or convene a new panel and put Anderson back in jail, acocrding to legal experts. There is also a possibility that Bonds will be indicted on perjury charges without Anderson's testimony. Bonds is known for his rude behavior and his clashes with sportswriters. Some believe his negative press coverage is a result of his apparent disdain for the news media and for his fans. In the past, a story circulated regarding hsi harsh treatment of a child fan who asked for his autograph. Many pro-baseball players are now charging fees for autographs or for fans who wish their photographs taken with them.
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