Beltran has shoulder tightness; Ackley could be put on DL

Posted May 29, 2016 7:00 am

The Associated Press

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - New York Yankees right fielder Carlos Beltran missed Sunday against the Tampa Bay Rays because of right shoulder tightness, and infielder Dustin Ackley could be headed to the disabled list.

Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira didn't start for the fifth consecutive game because of neck stiffness but entered in the seventh as a defensive replacement for Ackley, who jammed his right shoulder one inning earlier diving into first base.

Ackley was to have an MRI, and manager Joe Girardi said he expects Ackley to go the disabled list.

"I'm hoping for the best," Ackley said.

Teixeira had a cortisone shot Thursday, which he saidmade a "night and day difference. He plans to start Monday night at Toronto.

"I'm in there now, definitely," Teixeira said. "I feel ready."

Beltran was hurt Saturday on a checked swing.

"A little sore, but I'm good," Beltran said. "I saw the doctor yesterday and he said that it should go away in a couple days, so I'm not worried."

Tampa Bay Rays' Steven Souza Jr., right, dives back safely to first ahead of the tag by New York Yankees first baseman Dustin Ackley during the second inning of a baseball game Sunday, May 29, 2016, in St. Petersburg, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara) The Associated Press

Article Comments

Article Categories
Baseball Content Providers MLB Pro Sports Sports Sports Leagues Sports Types

Article Comments

Guidelines: Keep it civil and on topic; no profanity, vulgarity, slurs or personal attacks. People who harass others or joke about tragedies will be blocked. If a comment violates these standards or our terms of service, click the "flag" link in the lower-right corner of the comment box. To find our more, read our FAQ.