Noteworthy News

Good morning maniacs!! While the Yankees-Indians matchup was rained out last night, news pertaining to our men in pinstripes was ongoing. There is always something going on in Yankeeland that makes for interesting headlines. Here's today's batch of noteworthy news:

• Dan Martin of The NY Post reports that Derek Jeter took batting practice for the first time since returning to the disabled list with ankle soreness.

• The Post's Kevin Kernan discusses how the newcomers have energized the Yankees' clubhouse.

• Christian Red of the NY Daily News covers Mariano Rivera's press conference yesterday, where he reveals the toughest batter he ever faced in his career.

• Andrew Marchand of ESPN New York questions whether Phil Hughes can get better.

• Newsday's David Lennon argues that Kevin Youkilis has been a prefect fit for the Yankees.

• Andrew Binninger of Rant Sports says there was no reason for Nick Swisher to be hurt after Yankees never reached out to him during the offseason.

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