Alex Rodriguez on field for first time since hip surgery
Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez laughs as he speaks to the media after reporting to the Yankees' Minor League complex for rehabilitation. (May 6, 2013) Credit: AP
TAMPA, Fla. -- Alex Rodriguez is back on the field for the first time since surgery on his left hip almost four months ago.
He joined a group of injured Yankees starters Monday at the team's minor league complex. The 37-year-old third baseman ran, played catch and hit off a tee.
Rodriguez says it's "like being 8 years old again when I first grabbed a bat." He adds that it's "pretty exciting" and he's "really looking forward to getting back."
Rodriguez had surgery Jan. 16 and could return to the Yankees after the All-Star break.
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