His season began with a steroid scandal and took a detour with hip surgery but will end with a championship parade. Alex Rodriguez, the great player whose resume was pockmarked by his recent postseason failure, played a huge role in the Yankees' 27th world championship and celebrated Wednesday night with what seemed like part joy, part relief.
"Look, a lot of people were running the other way and my teammates and coaches and organization stood by me and now we're together as world champs and I couldn't be prouder and happier," Rodriguez said in the clubhouse. "It was all about the team. I just thanked A.J. (Burnett) and CC (Sabathia) and (Andy) Pettitte and (Nick) Swisher. We needed help and they came over and gave it. I'm just glad to be part of the team and be one of the guys." Continue
A-Rod had an unbelievable year. He went from rock bottom to top of the pile in 6 months. Incredible!
Posted by: Sports Blog | January 08, 2010 at 10:07 PM