The First Full Team Workout

The first full-squad workouts of the spring were held today. All the position players have reported and participated in fielding drills and light batting work. A few guys threw bullpens, but most of the pitchers have a day off and will throw live batting practice tomorrow. It's finally starting to feel like spring training. Check the links.

Derek Jeter held a press conference today and entertained questions about his contract, which is set to expire at the end of the season. It was unmistakably the story of the day. The 35 year-old shortstop was steadfast in his stance that he won't think about the contract until the time comes and there's no other place he wants to play. LoHud posted audio of the press conference for your listening pleasure. The Daily News wrote a piece on Jeter's loyalty and the Post published an article on the captain's focus for the season.

John Harper thinks that Robinson Cano needs to come through in clutch spots this season. Cano has notoriously struggled in those situations, but now with Johnny Damon and Hideki Matsui gone, he needs to improve and must be counted on for big hits.

Andy Pettitte was the last Yankee to throw an official bullpen of the spring and he will abide by the team's desire for him to take it easy in the early going. The Yankees have taken this stance with several of their starters due to the heavy workload they endured during the playoffs.

Alex Rodriguez quietly arrived in camp today completely devoid of steroid scandals and media circuses.

Joel Sherman wrote an excellent article comparing the career paths of Curtis Granderson and Paul O'Neill. He draws some very interesting connections.

The locker room was unexpectedly quiet today, but that's because Nick Swisher forgot the cord to hook up his iPod. He promised Joe Girardi he would pick up the cord tonight and fill the room with music tomorrow.

Daylife.com has some great photographs of the team doing drills. The picture of Jeter and Posada pointing to A-Rod is priceless.

Bombers Beat does a nice job wrapping up the day. That post comes with a couple great pictures of batting practice. Follow the link at the bottom for even more photos.

Curtis Granderson is wondering how to address the "Bleacher Creatures" during roll call and is making it a part of his preseason preparation. Now here's a guy who understands what it takes to fit in.

And your nightcap, a very thorough LoHud notes from Wednesday.