David Price pitched against the Yankees extended spring squad, which included three-time American League MVP Alex Rodriguez, who is rehabbing his strained right quadriceps, on Saturday. The results were promising.
Price struck out Rodriguez twice, allowing the third baseman one hit -- a solo homer over the right-center fence.
"He's a competitive guy, I'm a competitive guy and everybody has pride," Price said. "So it doesn't matter who are you are facing, you want to get them out and want to throw good pitches."
Rodriguez came away impressed with Price, whose fastball hovered between 95-97 mph for the majority of his five innings.
"I wish he was on our team," Rodriguez said. "He has a very bright future. The Rays are doing a fantastic job of drafting these young guys."
That's pretty cool stuff.
Price struck out 10 on Saturday and is scheduled to join Class A Vero Beach and make his professional debut on Thursday against Clearwater.
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