Yankees may only use Alex Rodriguez against southpaws moving forward
New York Yankees designated hitter Alex Rodriguez might only start against lefties going forward, believes George A. King III of the New York Post.
What It Means:
"He has struggled against some right-handers," manager Joe Girardi admitted. "We talked about giving Carlos [Beltran] some DH days in this long stretch and I would be more inclined to do it against right-handers than left-handers." Beltran served as the DH on Sunday against Minnesota Twins right-hander Tyler Duffey, with Rodriguez getting the day off. Turning 41 in a month, the three-time American League-MVP hasn't produced much this season after he exceeded expectations last year in his return from a yearlong suspension for PED's.
Rodriguez has been futile against right-handers this year, hitting .200 in 123 plate appearances. Against lefties, he has hit a decent .275 in 55 appearances at the plate.
Source:
Rotoworld
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