Video: Alex Rodriguez discusses suspension

Alex Rodriguez speaks to the media before the Yankees take on the Chicago White Sox at U.S. Cellular Field. (Aug. 5, 2013) Credit: Getty
Three hours after being suspended for 211 games by MLB on Monday for his involvement with performance-enhancing drugs and the Biogenesis scandal, Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez fielded questions from the media.
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Yankees manager Joe Girardi also spoke before the game. Here are his highlights:
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