Brett Gardner started in centerfield for the second straight day for the New York Yankees. Today, Gardner also hit leadoff as the Yankees lost to the Phillies 6-2.
Gardner had a great game, with two hits in three times at bat, including a triple. He also scored a run. He raised his average for the spring to .240. He also stole one base.
In yesterday's game against the Astros, Gardner started in center and hit in the nine hole. He went 1-for-3 at the plate
The game against the Astros featured what was reportedly the Yankees' regular season starting lineup. Joe Girardi, Yankee manager, did leave himself some wiggle room by saying that there was still room for change in the outfield.
But Girardi had made it clear before Tuesday's game that he intended to put his regular squad on the fiel ...
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Article written by Perry Arnold
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