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A-Rod fine after treatment on knee, shoulder |
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Yankees say star third baseman Alex Rodriguez is totally fine after having special treatment on his right knee and left shoulder in Germany earlier this month. The 36-year-old Rodriguez had plasma-rich platelet injections following a recommendation from Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said Wednesday that the team gave its permission after vetting the process. Rodriguez’s treatment was first reported by the New York Post. Cashman says the therapy is in “complete compliance” with WADA and Major League Baseball regulations. He also said the treatment is performed in the United States. The Yankees say Rodriguez went to the doctor in Germany because he’s at the top of this field. Rodriguez had surgery on his right knee last July and saw his power drop in the second half and postseason. He played in 99 games and hit 16 home runs. He has 629 career homers. Cashman says Rodriguez is “100 percent” right now and that there are “no red flags” going into spring training. Cashman says he expects Rodriguez to be able to play every day. The Yankees also said they’ve reached agreement with 37-year-old lefty Hideki Okajima for a nonroster invite to spring training. Once a staple of the Boston bullpen, he spent most of last year in Triple-A for the Red Sox. The Yankees envision him as a possible lefty specialist. Subscribe to our feed!. Posted in yankees-news | Comments Off
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Yankees: A-Rod fine after seeing specialist |
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK — The New York Yankees say star third baseman Alex Rodriguez is totally fine after having special treatment on his right knee and left shoulder in Germany earlier this month. The 36-year-old Rodriguez had plasma-rich platelet injections following a recommendation from Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said Wednesday that the team gave its permission after vetting the process. Rodriguez’s treatment was first reported by the New York Post. Cashman says the therapy is in “complete compliance” with WADA and Major League Baseball regulations. He also said the treatment is performed in the United States. The Yankees say Rodriguez went to the doctor in Germany because he’s at the top of this field. Rodriguez had surgery on his right knee last July and saw his power drop in the second half and post-season. He played in 99 games and hit 16 home runs. He has 629 career homers. Cashman says Rodriguez is “100 per cent” right now and that there are “no red flags” going into spring training. Cashman says he expects Rodriguez to be able to play every day. The Yankees also said they’ve reached agreement with 37-year-old lefty Hideki Okajima for a non-roster invite to spring training. Once a staple of the Boston bullpen, he spent most of last year in triple-A for the Red Sox. The Yankees envision him as a possible lefty specialist. That’s all for today guys, i’ll be back to blog you tomorrow. Posted in yankees-news | Comments Off
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A-Rod has PRP on his shoulder and knee in Germany |
The New York Yankees say star third baseman Alex Rodriguez is totally fine after having special treatment on his right knee and left shoulder in Germany earlier this month. The 36-year-old Rodriguez had plasma-rich platelet injections following a recommendation from Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said Wednesday that the team gave its permission after vetting the process. Rodriguez’s treatment was first reported by the New York Post. Cashman says the therapy is in “complete compliance” with WADA and Major League Baseball regulations. He also said the treatment is performed in the United States. The Yankees say Rodriguez went to the doctor in Germany because he’s at the top of this field. Rodriguez had surgery on his right knee last July and saw his power drop in the second half and post-season. He played in 99 games and hit 16 home runs. He has 629 career homers. Cashman says Rodriguez is “100 per cent” right now and that there are “no red flags” going into spring training. Cashman says he expects Rodriguez to be able to play every day. The Yankees also said they’ve reached agreement with 37-year-old lefty Hideki Okajima for a non-roster invite to spring training. Once a staple of the Boston bullpen, he spent most of last year in AAA for the Red Sox. The Yankees envision him as a possible lefty specialist. What do you guys think about this. Posted in yankees-news | Comments Off
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Person familiar with negotiations: Pitcher Andrew… |
NEW YORK — A person familiar with the negotiations says 6-foot-10 pitching prospect Andrew Brackman has agreed to a one-year contract with the Cincinnati Reds. The person spoke on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the agreement had not been announced. Brackman, let go by the New York Yankees, would be paid $500,000 if he’s in the major leagues, The 26-year-old would get $480,000 if he’s in the minors. New York signed the right-hander for a $3.35 million bonus in 2007, knowing he likely would need elbow ligament-replacement surgery. He made his major league debut on Sept. 22 this year and had three appearances, all against Tampa Bay. He allowed one hit and three walks in 2 1-3 scoreless innings. Copyright 2011 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Not much else going on in the MLB planet today. Posted in yankees-news | Comments Off
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AP source: Brackman agrees with Reds |
NEW YORK (AP)—A person familiar with the negotiations says 6-foot-10 The person spoke on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the agreement had Brackman, let go by the New York Yankees, would be paid $500,000 if he’s in New York signed the right-hander for a $3.35 million bonus in 2007, knowing Thanks for visiting our blog =). Posted in yankees-news | Comments Off
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Yankees win right to negotiate with Japanese… |
Read more: Backup Infielder, Derek Jeter, Alex Rodriguez, New York Yankees, Hiroyuki Nakajima, Seibu Lions, Japan, Pacific League, Pro, MLB
DALLAS, TX (AP) — Wanting to add a backup infielder following injuries to Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez last season, the New York Yankees won negotiating rights to shortstop Hiroyuki Nakajima of the Seibu Lions in Japan’s Pacific League. Major League Baseball announced Wednesday the Yankees had the highest bid in the posting process. New York has 30 days to reach an agreement with Nakajima and will pay the posting fee only if an agreement is reached. The posting fee for the 29-year-old is $2.5 million. “This is about acquiring talented players to put them on our club,” Yankees manager Joe Girardi said. “He’ll be asked to do a number of things.” Nakajima hit .297 with 16 homers and 100 RBIs this season for the Lions, captaining the team. He played at the 2008 Olympics and attracted attention in the 2009 World Baseball Classic, when he batted .364 with six walks and six RBIs in seven games as Japan won the title. He had a pair of RBI doubles when Japan eliminated the United States in the semifinals. New York says it would have room for both Nakajima and Eduardo Nunez as reserve infielders. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said Nakajima, a regular shortstop in Japan, could back up Jeter, A-Rod and second baseman Robinson Cano. “High character guy. They named him captain for a reason,” Cashman said. “His reputation is extremely high, and his abilities are impressive.” (Copyright ©2011 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.) Running low on time today, i’ll be back tomorrow hopefully with some more news. Posted in yankees-news | Comments Off
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