Yankees play the Yankees in their first intrasquad game, a breakdown

Jul 7, 2020 338.0K views 2:18

What Happened

In the first intrasquad game of the New York Yankees' return to play, the players are feeling energetic and playful. First baseman Luke Voit comments that he has actually lost 13 pounds during the quarantine, joking that others may have "put on 50 pounds." Outfielder Aaron Judge scans the crowd and tells them, "This is going to be fun." Catcher Gary Sanchez and outfielder J.A. Happ compare their long hair as they get ready for the game. Outfielder Mike Tauchman catches a throw from the bullpen catcher, noting that it "kind of sucks." Infielder Gio Urshela fields a ground ball hit by Miguel Andujar, who asks Urshela to show him how to field properly. When Judge grounds out, he jokingly tells the pitcher, "Come on, dude. You're still throwing like that?" Highly-touted pitching prospect Clarke Schmidt then takes the mound, impressing with his nasty fastballs and sharp movement. "He's coming," the narrator says of Schmidt. Veteran reliever Zach Britton showcases his impressive fielding ability, making a smooth play to first base. First baseman Voit then interacts with a lucky fan in the stands, asking "Who wants it?" and tossing them a ball. Infielder Tyler Wade is asked about his favorite shape, responding simply "square." Pitcher Chad Green then enters the game, working on a new knuckle-curve pitch that he spikes in the dirt. The narrator excitedly notes, "Chad Green's got a new pitch he's working on." As the game continues, veteran starter CC Sabathia is seen in conversation with general manager Brian Cashman, with Sabathia appearing "a little active" on the sidelines. The only well-hit ball of the day comes off the bat of minor leaguer Trey Amburgey, who hits a home run off of pitcher Nick Canely. With the players feeling loose and the young arms like Schmidt impressing, the first intrasquad game of the Yankees' summer camp is full of energy, experimentation and a glimpse of the talent that will take the field when the season begins.

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The Yanks were back in action. They were feeling great, running, looking good. Everyone slim.

I've actually lost 13 pounds, so quarantine was good to me. I didn't put on

50 pounds like some people probably did. Ooh, shots fired from Voight as Judge

scans the crowd and says this is going to be fun. Gary and Happ compare

hair lengths. Dono looking cute with the mask on, and now Judge telling the crowd