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A-rod, Wang continue rehab in Tampa

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The Associated Press

Published: April 27, 2009

TAMPA - New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez increased the intensity of his workout and pitcher Chien-Ming Wang threw in the outfield Monday as part of their rehabilitation.

Rodriguez, who had surgery on his right hip March 9, could take live batting practice for the first time Tuesday. He might start playing in minor league games later this week and the Yankees expect him to rejoin the team by May 15.

"Feels good," Rodriguez said. "I'm taking it one day at a time."

The three-time AL MVP ran the bases for the third time in five days, and also added situational drills when taking grounders at third. He hit 13 homers on 89 swings in regular batting practice.

Wang threw in the outfield for 10 minutes and did sprints as part of a rehab program. He was placed on the 15-day disabled list early Saturday with weakness in his hips.

Wang, 0-3 with a 34.50 ERA in three starts, is scheduled for a bullpen session Tuesday.

"He's doing great," Yankees vice president Billy Connors said. "There is no discomfort. We did some drills that will help bring his velocity back to where it's got to be."

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