Alex Rodriguez sure looked like he was done as a major league ballplayer during the 2012 postseason.
Not only did New York Yankees manager Joe Girardi send a pinch-hitter for A-Rod in crucial late-inning situations, but he eventually took Rodriguez out of the lineup altogether.
But besides being benched, what other signs has A-Rod shown that mean he could be finished? What about his off-the-field behavior? Is he healthy enough to play in the majors anymore?
Bleacher Report’s MLB Lead Writer Ian Casselberry and Pop Culture Lead Writer Gabe Zaldivar highlight four reasons why A-Rod’s career appears to be over.
Is Rodriguez finished in your view, or will he come back strong next year?
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