TAMPA. Fla. — Alex Rodriguez is prepared for the worst when he plays in the New York Yankees' spring training opener Wednesday.

The game against Toronto at Dunedin will be his first since admitting that he used a banned substance while playing for Texas from 2001-3. He's used to playing before hostile fans.

"I've had good practice the last eight years," Rodriguez said Tuesday. "No expectations. Hopefully I get three good at-bats and get some good running in."

He expects to meet soon with investigators from Major League Baseball, which wants to speak with him before he joins the Dominican Republic for the World Baseball Classic. The Dominicans start workouts Monday.

"I'm just waiting to hear from somebody," Rodriguez said.

Shortstop Derek Jeter, who didn't run the previous two days because of right hamstring soreness, planned to play Wednesday. The Yankees captain took part in all drills Tuesday, including sprints in the outfield and baserunning.

Jeter is also expected to play in four games before joining the United States' WBC squad.