TAMPA, Fla. (AP) – Yankees closer David Robertson has pitched in an extended spring training game for the first time since being sidelined by a groin strain and expects to rejoin the team Tuesday.
The right-hander allowed one hit and struck out one in 1 1-3 innings of an intrasquad game Saturday.
Robertson felt discomfort April 6 in the ninth inning of a 6-4 win over Toronto and was placed on the disabled list. He is replacing major league saves leader Mariano Rivera, who retired after last season.
First baseman Mark Teixeira went 2 for 4 with a walk in his third extended spring training game since injuring his right leg. He says he is ready to return Sunday, the first day he’s eligible to be activated from the disabled list.
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