A-Rod to see hip specialist Tampa, FL (Sports Network) - New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez
will fly to Vail, Colo., on Wednesday to see hip specialist Dr. Marc Phillipon
at Steadman-Hawkins Clinic.
After experiencing right hip tightness at Spring Training, Rodriguez was
examined by team physician Dr. Chris Ahmad on Saturday. An MRI revealed the
formation of a cyst in the hip, and Dr. Ahmad suggested a follow-up with a hip
specialist.
"We felt it was in everyone's best interest - for the team and the player - to
send Alex to Dr. Phillipon, who is regarded as the leading expert ... More...
Jorge Posada (head) was cleared for competitive play Wednesday, according to Bryan Hoch of MLB.com.
Our View:Tests Wednesday confirmed that Posada did not suffer a concussion Tuesday when he was struck in the head by a foul tip. He's currently listed as day-to-day, and we expect him back by the weekend. Francisco Cervelli filled in today.
Ivan Nova gave up two runs over six innings against the Orioles on Wednesday.
Our View:Nova allowed six hits and two walks while striking out six. His ERA remains under 3.00, at 2.92, through six appearances (four start) this season.
Nick Swisher hit a walk-off homer for the Yankees on Wednesday.
Our View:The Yankees were down 2-1 entering the ninth inning and facing Koji Uehara, who was a perfect 7-of-7 in save chances this season. Alex Rodriguez was able to get on base with a single. Eduardo Nunez came in to pinch run, and with one out in the inning, Swisher left the yard in deep left center. The homer was his 26th of the season.
