Alex Rodriguez is a legendary name in the world of baseball. From rocking the classic pinstripes, winning that world title, or clenching the MVP awards three times—he has done it all. But he fulfills another role, but that’s something outside the diamond–the role of a father. He has two daughters with his ex-wife Cynthia Scurtis, Natasha born in 2004 and Ella born in 2008. And post his retirement, so much of his time is spent just cherishing every little moment with them. 

But recently A-Rod had to face a milestone as a parent–sending off his eldest daughter Natasha to university. She joined the University Of Michigan for the Fine Arts Program. Rodriguez recently shared a snippet about his trip to Michigan, where he dropped by to enjoy a game with his daughter. Except, he did everything other than make it to the game on time- it was hilarious!

Alex Rodriguez shows the reality of being a ‘girl-dad’

Alex Rodriguez is active on social media, from stories to reels—he does keep his fans updated on what goes on in his life. On Saturday, A-Rod shared a peek, or rather gave a reality check, into what happens ahead of making it to the college football game. Just like any other teenager, Tashi’s plans evolved, and before the game, Natasha had her dad running around Ann Arbor, running errands, and turning it into a full-blown shopping day.

Rodriguez started the video by saying he had pre-game passes and captioned the post as “life as a college dad.” Well, the daughter’s father’s first stop was a furniture store, then Lululemon and Maxwell. But the shopping was not done, the last stop was Trader Joe’s. A-Rod said, “No game. I am starving. Why are we here?” Well, that’s what’s what girl dads do! But while Alex Rodriguez might have missed the games, the lighthearted moment was worth it. The video ends with A-Rod with several shopping bags walking weirdly—but at least he got quality time. 

Rodriguez even spent his birthday this year with his daughters along the Mediterranean. The entire family from his daughters, his girlfriend, his uncle, and his parents everyone had planned a lovely surprise and Rodriguez had shared it on his social channel. Whether it’s a summer trip or a simple Saturday in Michigan, the dad in him surely cherishes every moment. 

Alex Rodriguez’s emotional moment saying bye to his daughter 

To bid goodbye and essentially send off your children from the protected nest is difficult. Alex Rodriguez also experienced an array of emotions hit him when he dropped off his daughter Natasha at college. It was a bittersweet moment for him and he shared to his followers his emotions, saying, “Left my heart in Michigan 💙💛 Dropping off @thenatasharodriguez at college was one of the hardest, but most proud moments of being a father. Can’t wait to watch her take on this big new chapter.”

But the reality hit him for hard first time in 18 years- he didn’t have one of his daughters sitting at the dinner table. Rodriguez told Us Weekly, “It’s hard. For the first time in 18 years, I don’t have my two girls with me at dinner.” He described it as a hard thing to overcome, but A-Rod also found a silver lining in this — he gets to spend more time with his daughter, Ella, who is 15 years old. A-Rod said, “I guess there’s a silver lining everywhere.”

The New York Yankees superstar also went ahead to praise his ex-wife for doing an incredible job of raising the girls. A-Rod now also has an extended family and is close to his girlfriends Jacklyn’s two daughters from her previous marriage. Well, it’s safe to say, A-Rod’s life off the field is as full as it is on it.