Teixeira Could Return As Early As Thursday
The Yankees could get Mark Teixeira back as early as Thursday when they battle the crosstown Mets.
Teixeira has yet to play this season because of a torn wrist tendon sheath.
He is eligible to come off the 60-day disabled list on Thursday, but a return next weekend against the Red Sox may be more likely.
"I think anything is possible at this point," manager Joe Girardi said. "As long as he has no setbacks, I know there is a plan for him to play in some extended spring and then go someplace else on a rehab."
Teixeira injured himself on March 5 while taking some swings at a tee with a weighted bat preparing to play for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.