Alex Rodriguez expects no further invitations to Yankee Stadium events
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 10:30 PM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026
Alex Rodriguez stated in a recent podcast interview that he does not anticipate future invitations to Yankee Stadium for team events such as Old-Timers’ Day. While the MLB on Fox analyst expressed a desire to remain part of the Yankees organization, he noted that he has not been asked to return since 2024. Rodriguez acknowledged that his past relationship with the team was tumultuous due to a suspension and legal disputes, though he noted his ties have since improved. The former infielder attended the team's 2009 World Series anniversary celebration in 2024 and recently returned to the Seattle Mariners for their 50th anniversary event. Rodriguez suggested that his past critical comments regarding the Yankees front office may contribute to the team's decision to refrain from honoring him, though he remains open to participating if invited.
- •Alex Rodriguez stated he does not expect further invitations to Yankee Stadium.
- •The analyst participated in the 2009 World Series anniversary event in 2024.
- •Rodriguez reconciled with the Seattle Mariners earlier this summer.
- •His No. 13 has not been retired by the Yankees.
- •Rodriguez currently serves as an MLB on Fox analyst.
- 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Alex Rodriguez doesn’t expect an invite back to Yankee Stadium
"Alex Rodriguez has already accepted the fact that he probably won’t make the Baseball Hall of Fame, but he similarly doesn’t expect to be honored by the New York Yankees. Michael Kay recently lamented that fans didn’t show up for Old-Timers’ Day this season. Fans, however, pushed back to note that Derek Jeter similarly did…
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