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Teixeira will sit out due to HBP

- Mark Teixeira will miss the next day or two after taking a pitch off his right elbow Monday night against the Orioles in Sarasota, Fla

Teixeira slammed his helmet to the ground in frustration after being drilled by a Jeremy Guthrie fastball in the second inning of the Yankees' 11-7 win. Teixeira was removed from the game immediately, retreating to the clubhouse where he was examined by Orioles' orthopedist Dr. Tim Johnson, who diagnosed him with an elbow bruise. Continue

Teixeira sets a great example for Yanks

Sometimes Mark Teixeira comes across as too good to be true.

The new Yankees first baseman is an All-Star and a Gold Glove winner, of course. But he also is unfailingly polite with everyone from clubhouse attendants to fans asking for autographs.

Teixeira seems to always say the right thing, avoiding controversy and talking a lot about winning. More than a couple of people have wondered aloud, "Is this guy for real?"

And for a minute, maybe, one wonders if Teixeira really can match that wholesome image. That is, until a former teammate of his asks: "How's Tex doing over there?" and then adds without being prompted: "You know, he's such a good guy. He's the kind of guy you hope your daughter or sister will grow up to marry." Continue

Teixeira having strong spring with Yanks

 Mark Teixeira usually is a slow starter. It could stem from the fact that he is a switch hitter; it tends to take longer to get one's timing right from both sides of the plate. It's something he is actively trying to change.

With a new team, an eight-year, $180-million contract and Alex Rodriguez out to start the season, this would be a particularly good year for Teixeira to get off to a strong start. So his performance in spring training has him pleased.

Teixeira, who was not in the starting lineup for last night's game against Toronto, was hitting .423 with a 1.005 on-base plus slugging percentage in 26 at-bats. Continue