TAMPA – Brian Johnson seems to have a rotation spot locked up, but he’s still looking to make a strong impression, this afternoon should be quite the opportunity.
In his next-to-last spring start, Johnson will be facing a lineup full of Yankees regulars. And that lineup has a surprise twist.
Aaron Judge is hitting leadoff.
In a display of just how much power the Yankees have accumulated, new manager Aaron Boone seems to be considering the American League’s reigning home run leader in the top spot in the order, at least against lefties. Giancarlo Stanton is batting second, with Gary Sanchez still available for the cleanup spot.