By BRIAN LEWIS

After Jeff Parke and Jon Conway were suspended for performance-enhancing drugs, the first such suspension in MLS history, neither had been available to the media. But Parke _ whose 132 appearances are second in club history _ had this to say before tonight’s game in as release:

“To all of my family, teammates, coaches, friends and fans, I apologize for the events that have taken place that have led to this decision by Major league soccer. I share their belief that there is no room for performance enhancing substances in sports.

“However, it is important for me to share with you that I was unaware of the fact that the supplement I took had any ingredients that would put me in the place that I am today. I do take full responsibility for what has happened and realize that I should have made sure by consulting with the appropriate team staff before taking the supplement.

“Purchasing an over the counter product at a nationally recognized retail chain ultimately led me to where I am today. I can only hope that this can be prevented in the future and be a learning experience for all players. Again, my apologies to my teammates, coaching staff, Red Bull, family, friends and fans.”