Derek Jeter was pulled from today’s lineup because of a tender left calf. Joe Girardi said he decided Jeter won’t play again until Tuesday. Taking Jeter out of the lineup is more precautionary than anything. Girardi hasn’t forgotten what happened to Jeter’s right calf last year.
Also, Russell Martin was scratched because of soreness in his left groin. Its not yet determined if the soreness is connected to yesterday’s awkward play at first base with National’s pitcher, Chien-Ming Wang.
Nick Swisher told Girardi that his tight groin feels better, but Girardi decided not to play him either.
New York Yankees (6-8)
Curtis Granderson CF
Robinson Cano 2B
Alex Rodriguez 3B
Mark Teixeira 1B
Andruw Jones RF
Raul Ibanez DH
Francisco Cervelli C
Bill Hall LF
Doug Bernier SS
Pitching: LHP C.C. Sabathia (0-0, 1.80 ERA this spring) vs. LHP Gio Gonzalez (1-0, 0.00 ERA this spring)
Game Time: 1:05 p.m. EST.
