Alex Rodriguez
Alex Rodriguez
Alexander Emmanuel "Alex" Rodriguez, nicknamed "A-Rod", is an American professional baseball designated hitter for the New York Yankees of Major League Baseball. He previously played for the Seattle Mariners and the Texas Rangers. Rodriguez was one of the sport's most highly touted prospects and is considered one of the greatest baseball players of all time. During his 20-year career, Rodriguez has amassed a .297 batting average, 696 home runs, over 2000 runs batted in, over 2000 runs scored, and over...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionBaseball Player
Date of Birth27 July 1975
CityNew York City, NY
CountryUnited States of America
That one was an in-between hop. It was tricky and, obviously with a man on third, any fumble is a run - tie game. That made it a little bit more difficult.
A nice little bruise. It should be OK.
We've been in postseason mode here for about a month, kind of similar to what the Red Sox were last year. I think it does help us.
We've been in postseason mode for 10 days now.
We know he's got a very fine arm, and he throws 96-97 and throws all his body at you. I took some good swings, he challenged me, and you tip your cap.
We're gonna sleep on it and see how it is in the morning, ... I've never had this before, so it's kind of a new thing for me.
Our offense is very capable. We'll come out fighting tomorrow.
That's the only reason I play baseball. It's what I'm consumed to do right now.
We do not do anything different. The procedure is handled the same way as any other procedure. The only difference is that we will have cameras in the room.
We have to look at the positives. Randy pitched well, our pitchers are pitching well, our bats were better tonight and we just have to make plays.
In the spirit of cooperation, I advised the Red Sox I am willing to restructure my contract, but only within the guidelines prescribed by union officials. I recognize the principle involved, and fully support the need to protect the interests of my fellow players.
In recent weeks, following dialogue with caring friends and players, both Dominican and American, I reached the conclusion that if I played in the Classic, I would play for the United States and honor my American citizenship.
I remember I couldn't get to sleep that night because Kirby Puckett had said hello to me.
I really don't concern myself with it at this time of year, ... it kind of doesn't make sense. Usually it happens when you're in a slump.