Spring Training Notes 2/27

The Yankees are planning on having Carl Pavano start the season on the DL since he's about a week or two behind the other pitchers. The Yankees don't need a fifth starter for a while anyway. Joe Torre has let it be known though that Pavano is a key this year and must step up.

Gary Sheffield sat out Sunday's workout due to back spasms (Wonder if shooting your mouth off can cause that).

Randy Johnson looked much sharper in yesterday's batting practice, throwing 67 pitches and not hitting anyone. He did break Johnny Damon's bat.

Mariano Rivera revealed that he may be open to pitching past his current contract.

Afternoon Update (5:30)- Gary Sheffield was able to participate in Monday's workouts after sitting out Sunday's. Hideki Matsui was kept of out baserunning drills Monday due to a sore knee. He may miss the first intrasquad game on Tuesday.