The Yankees will finally get to see Masahiro Tanaka in game action today, as New York will welcome the Philadelphia Phillies to George M. Steinbrenner Field. CC Sabathia will get the start, throwing innings one and two. Hiroki Kuroda will throw three and four, while Tanaka will be responsible for five and six. Derek Jeter will start at shortstop, making his second appearance so far this spring.
New York Yankees
Brett Gardner LF
Derek Jeter SS
Brian McCann DH
Brian Roberts 2B
Francisco Cervelli C
Kelly Johnson 3B
Ichiro Suzuki RF
Corban Joseph 1B
Mason Williams CF
CC Sabathia LHP
Sabathia will be followed by Kuroda, Tanaka, Jose Ramirez, Dellin Betances and Matt Daley.
Game Time: 1:05 pm EST – George M. Steinbrenner Field – Tampa, Fla.
TV: YES Network, MLB Network