TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Alex Rodriguez was back on the field for the first time since having surgery on his left hip almost four months ago.
Rodriguez joined a group of injured New York Yankees starters at the team’s minor league complex. The 37-year-old third baseman ran, played catch and hit off a tee.
Rodriguez said it was “pretty exciting” and he’s “really looking forward to getting back.”
The veteran slugger had surgery Jan. 16 and could return to the Yankees after the All-Star break. A surgeon repaired a torn labrum and impingement during the operation in New York.
Rodriguez is taking part in a 30-day rehab schedule setup by his doctors and team officials.