The Yankees plan to leave Alex Rodriguez with reduced playing time as they turn their attention to rebuilding.
The 41-year-old, largely limited to designated hitter since 2015, lost that job last month and has just six at-bats since July 22, striking out in his past five. He is batting .205.
Yankees manager Joe Girardi said “in maybe the near the future, do I see him getting a ton of at-bats? No. I probably don’t.”
Rodriguez has a $20 million salary this year and is owed $20 million in 2017, the final season of his $325 million, 10-year deal.
Speaking before Tuesday’s game at the Mets, A-Rod said “Whatever they do, I’m at peace” and “I hope I can stay here for the remainder of my contract.”