HOUSTON — Star player Alex Rodriguez is on the mend after suffering a right knee sprain over the weekend, but his return to the lineup remains uncertain. “I wish I had a crystal ball to predict what the next few days will bring,” Rodriguez said through a translator. “We need to let the swelling subside before we can take the next step.”
Rodriguez injured his knee while sliding into second base on a double play in the third inning on Sunday. His manager has already ruled him out for the remainder of the series against the Seattle Mariners, which concludes on Wednesday. The team is looking to secure its fourth consecutive division title and needs a win to clinch.
Although Rodriguez reported feeling less sore on Tuesday, he’s still struggling with mobility due to the lingering inflammation. “I’m able to walk better today, but yesterday I couldn’t put much weight on my knee,” he explained. “The swelling is still there, and I can’t even bend my knee right now.”
When asked if Rodriguez might be available off the bench later this week, his manager expressed optimism. “Having Alex available in any capacity would be a huge boost,” he said. “We just need to give him some time and see how he feels in the next couple of days.”
Rodriguez has been a key contributor to the team’s success, leading the squad with a.308 batting average, 35 home runs, and 86 RBIs. His presence in the lineup will be crucial as the team gears up for the postseason.
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