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The Yankees' Minor League complex in Tampa, Fla., used for player injury rehabilitation, is just a short drive away, so trips to play the Rays always present an opportunity for teammates to check in and renew acquaintances with those on the disabled list.

Andy Pettitte made an early exit, and an extra evening of rest didn't serve the Yankees' bats well, as the Bombers fell to the troublesome Rays in a 7-1 decision on Monday at Tropicana Field.

Alex Rodriguez's strained right quadriceps continues to improve, but the Yankees third baseman has not progressed to the point where he will be permitted to resume playing games this week, manager Joe Girardi said Monday.

As one of the game's dominant relief pitchers, Rich "Goose" Gossage was known for his intimidating demeanor and mean-looking fastball. His opinions on the state of the game don't vary from that approach, especially for present Yankees reliever Joba Chamberlain, of whom he says: cut out the antics on the mound.