Feb 10, 2009 10:40 AM EST

Teammates Derek Jeter and Jorge Posada have issued their support for Alex Rodriguez in the midst of his steroid admission.

Jeter said he was "shocked" after hearing the allegations and before A-Rod's admission, while Posada said he was "surprised."

"Alex is my teammate and Alex is going to be my friend forever," Posada said on Monday morning.

Jeter was very supportive of Jason Giambi during his steroid controversy, but didn't elaborate on whether or not he has reached out to Rodriguez.

"When I reach out to people, I don't do it through the media," Jeter said. "If I've talked to Alex, haven't talked to Alex, that's between him and me."

Via Newsday