Yankees started the spring work out under the supervision of the new manager Joe-Giardi. He watched how his pitchers are performing in the bullpen and saw some of the hitters of the team doing the batting practice. A satisfied Giardi later said that the team was everything that he thought it would be and the players were great during the workout. Prior to the workout Giardi had a meeting with his staff and players for one hour and Giardi wanted the team members to stay fit and healthy if they wanted to be a part of the successful team. He asked the young players to slowly increase the arm strength so that they can impress people.

Jorge Posada one of the Yankee’s famous players who started his Career under the watchful eyes of Giardi is of opinion that he is very able and can surely energize the team. Posada added that the team will find it difficult as they are not familiar with the critical attitude of Giardi. Giardi is planning to have a batting practice session before the regular season as the team has not done it for several past years. Players believe that with the strong decisions and perfect strategies Giardi will make the team excel in their coming season.