Noteworthy items during the Yankees’ Grapefruit League action Monday:
Depth arms
Cody Poteet and Cody Morris, two starting depth candidates with minor league options, combined to toss four scoreless innings with six strikeouts and two walks during the Yankees’ 9-2 win over the Twins at Steinbrenner Field.
Cody Poteet throws during the fifth inning of a spring training baseball game against the Minnesota Twins. APJust missed
Juan Soto came within a few feet of homering in a second straight game. Instead, he had to settle for a two-run double.
Caught my eye
Infield prospect Jorbit Vivas continued to make his impact felt and catch Aaron Boone’s attention. The second baseman came off the bench to hit a home run for the second time in as many games, flashing some power for a hitter better known for his bat-to-ball skills. “He’s interesting,” Boone said. “Excited to see more of him.” Vivas is expected to see time at third base later this week.
Cody Morris pitching in a simulated game at Steinbrenner Field. Charles Wenzelberg / New York PostTuesday’s schedule
Clarke Schmidt will make his Grapefruit League debut against the Rays in Port Charlotte, Fla., at 1:05 p.m.
