Reports: Bonds training A-Rod

A-Rod is expected to return the Yankees as a full-time designated hitter. (Kathy Willens / AP)

Alex Rodriguez, who hasn’t played in major league game since 2013, is getting back into the swing of things with Barry Bonds as his trainer.

A report in the San Francisco Chronicle, detail how Bonds often tutors hitters, including most recently new Cubs outfielder Dexter Fowler.

A-Rod for his part is trying to re-enter the league after missing the entire 2014 season after being suspended following baseball’s investigation into the Biogenesis case. Bond’s alleged links to steroid and the BALCO scandal have a long judicial history.

A-Rod posted evidence on his Instagram that he’s hitting the batting cages ahead of spring training.

A-Rod, who turns 40 in July, is owed $60 million by the Yankees for three more seasons.

About the Author

AJC Sports

After furious comeback, Georgia State gives up late TD in 38-31 loss to South Alabama

On a historic run, Houston County to test perfect record in South Georgia

The Bears will need more than confidence to leave Thomas County Central with a win. The Yellow Jackets have never lost at home in the regular season under coach Justin Rogers.

Amid struggles, first-year coaches preach patience. ‘You can’t skip steps’

In places like Dutchtown, Irwin County and others, wins have been hard to come by for first-year coaches, while Griffin and Flowery Branch have fared well under new coaches.

The Latest

Credit: Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com

Atlanta TV sports listings

After furious comeback, Georgia State gives up late TD in 38-31 loss to South Alabama

Amid struggles, first-year coaches preach patience. ‘You can’t skip steps’

Featured

Credit: Ben Hendren

Metro Atlantans sour on housing affordability, pessimism is growing, poll says

The economy ranked as the top issue facing metro Atlanta last year, supplanting crime for the number one spot. This is the first year housing affordability has been an option.

DeKalb schools superintendent pleads not guilty to federal charges

Devon Horton has resigned from his role as DeKalb County superintendent, He has pleaded not guilty to federal charges stemming from his previous job in Illinois.

See video police say shows ex-PSC candidate Durand take Georgia Power secrets

Patty Durand has long criticized Georgia Power for concealing information under the cloak of trade secret about various initiatives and requests of state regulators.