Postseason star Raul Ibanez left, as did starting catcher Russell Martin, popular right fielder Nick Swisher and valuable Eric Chavez.

WSJ: Ailing Yankees creak toward opening day

Following Davis's at-bat, left fielder Lucas Duda socked a ground ball down the right-field line that appeared destined to scoot into the corner for a two-run double.

WSJ: Maybe Harvey Could Learn to Hit?

Wells would take over in left field while Granderson is recovering from a broken right forearm and join an outfield that includes center fielder Brett Gardner and right fielder Ichiro Suzuki.

WSJ: Yanks on verge of getting Vernon Wells from Angels

The 34-year-old Wells would take over in left field while Granderson is recovering from a broken right forearm and join an outfield that includes center fielder Brett Gardner and right fielder Ichiro Suzuki.

WSJ: Yankees work to acquire Vernon Wells from Angels

Farrell said right fielder Shane Victorino, on the disabled list since May 21 because of a strained left hamstring, likely will have a two-day injury rehabilitation assignment and be activated for Wednesday's game against Texas.

WSJ: Ellsbury out with tight left groin