~vs. Cleveland Indians~
-Final score: 15-1 Yankees
did not give up a hit or run in his five
innings
Lilly walked two and hit one
batter, while striking out three
and lowering his spring ERA to
0.84. Lilly already was assured
of making the Yankees roster
and may be improving his
position on the staff, depending
on injuries.
He's pitched terrific all spring for us," said manager Joe Torre. "He's
been a lot more relaxed because he senses that he doesn't have to pitch
for a job. Right now, we're comfortable with him as a long man (in the
bullpen) but maybe if we need somebody to go to the post during the
season, he'll be the guy."
