Earlier today the Yankees beat the Braves by the score of 2-0. Ivan Nova had what was probably the best start by a Yankee this spring, holding Atlanta to two hits and one walk in six scoreless innings. He struck out two. Chances this performance won Nova the fifth starter spot? Small, I’d say.
Aaron Hicks went 3-for-3 with a double to pace the offense. Austin Romine, Dustin Ackley, and Ronald Torreyes had base hits as well. Dellin Betances (three strikeouts) and Kirby Yates (two strikeouts) tossed perfect frames out of the bullpen.