New York Yankees and Alex Rodriguez Need Each Other
Published by Andrew Zercie on May 2, 2009
Article Source: Bleacher Report - MLB
2009 was supposed to be a “Return to Glory” for the New York Yankees. They were opening a grand new ballpark. They spent wildly in the offseason on the three premier free agents on the open market, putting Pinstripes on Mark Teixeira, CC Sabathia, and AJ Burnett.
Despite the positive news, the Yankees’ offseason was overshadowed by the many tales of Alex Rodriguez. Steroids. Madonna. Hip surgery. The provocative photo spread.
Through it all, the Yankees came out of spring training seemingly prepared, sporting a nifty 24-12-1 exhibition record. Many were saying the Yankees would fare well without Alex Rodriguez. Who needs his bat? Who needs his baggage?
As it turns out, the Yankees do.
On the f...
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