New York Yankees’ Alex Rodriguez jokes but is focused on 2011 MLB season – MLB News
During the Spring Training camp, New York Yankees’ third baseman Alex Rodriguez joked around with reporters about his off the field social activities and his rumored links with actress Cameron Diaz. Rodriguez is known for illustrious social activities which
usually draw a media frenzy everywhere he goes.
However, putting all jokes aside, Rodriguez reiterated his focus and commitment for the 2011 MLB regular season. He spoke to reporters about his rehabilitation from hip surgery which he had back in 2009. Alex is looking to work hard during the spring workout
sessions and get ready for a grueling regular season campaign.
The Yankees will be hoping that Rodriguez regains some of his magnificent form during Spring Training. He is a tremendously talented player capable of changing the tide of a game with his batting.
"This is as healthy as I’ve felt over the last several years," the 35-year-old Rodriguez said. "It’s fun getting back to work. I have a good winter behind me of real work, probably my first since ‘07 or ‘08. I’m ready to go."
Alex has shown his commitment to the team and is hoping that his performance can match his words. The Yankees are one of the top teams in Major League Baseball. They have the greatest record of all teams when it comes to winning. However, for the past few
years, they have gotten close to winning the World Series only to fall short in the end.
Yankees’ management is starting to get a little worried as some of their star players are now older and some may say that they have already peaked in their career performances. Most of their top players are easily prone to injury during the regular season,
putting immense pressure on the younger guys to perform at the same level.
The Yankees will be looking to put in a good performance during Spring Training to build some team confidence and winning momentum that they can eventually carry into the regular season. The team understands the importance to have their line-up at full strength
during this crucial part of the season. The spring workout sessions will give some of the newer player some much needed playing time against some of the top tier teams in the league.
It will be interesting to see if Alex has regained some match fitness and provides some powerful batting performances to help the team win some games and dominate the spring session. The Yankees are fully aware that most teams put in an extra effort when
facing them to get a win. Only time will tell if the star-studded Yankees can go all the way this year and take the coveted World Series title.
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