Alex Rodriguez being benched two straight games certainly raises some questions from fans. I can say with certainty that Alex Rodriguez is one of the best baseball players of this era, but is his run finally coming to an end? Playing only as a DH this season, A-Rod is hitting an abysmal .170 while driving in only 14 runs. At his age, even though he has always been lauded for his work ethic, it could be very difficult for him to turn things around.
However, Joe Girardi stated that he’s not giving up on A-Rod. “If I don’t play him, then everyone thinks he is done, and I don’t necessarily think that,” says Girardi. He also added that he still thinks that A-Rod can be productive for the team this season. I agree with what Girardi is saying. While I don’t think A-Rod should be an everyday player, I do still think, if used effectively, he could add production to the Yankees lineup and help them win games. The front office certainly hopes so as well, as A-Rod is still owed $42 million over the rest of this season and next.
We all know how hot and cold streaks rule the game, so here’s to hoping that A-Rod uses his back to back benching as motivation and starts hitting the ball.
~ Gregory Hold
I can’t say I see much value out of him in the lineup anymore. It’s time to move on.
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