Alex Rodriguez is back in the lineup Friday against Texas. He will bat third in the Yankees' order as the designated hitter.

Rodriguez is back in the lineup Friday against Texas. He will bat third in the Yankees' order as the designated hitter.

Analysis:

With the Yankees playing in an NL park earlier in the week, Rodriguez was subbed out of the lineup for both games against the Nationals. He'll return to the DH role Friday with the Yankees hosting the Rangers.