Observations for Yankees spring training on Tuesday.
In short order
Ryan McMahon has started at shortstop four times this spring and is expected to be the Yankees’ backup shortstop, as noted by Aaron Boone. Jake Bird faced a challenge with a strike call reversal but struck out the next batter, while Yovanny Cruz impressed with a scoreless inning and two strikeouts, showing potential for the season. Gerrit Cole is set to make his spring debut against the Red Sox as he recovers from Tommy John surgery.
