New York still is without regular third baseman Alex Rodriguez (hip surgery), shortstop Derek Jeter (broken ankle) and left fielder Curtis Granderson (broken knuckle), who probably are out until after the All-Star break.
Flashbulbs popped as Jeter addressed the media Thursday for the first time since it was learned that Jeter has a new crack in his broken ankle, and that he will be out until at least the All Star break.
However, British actress Liz Hurley and golf star Tiger Woods are among a number of other well-known names who have brokenthe strike by filming commercials.
But author and critic Hiroki Azuma said it was "disgusting" that thestar felt she should resort to a traditional act of contrition when the only rules she had broken were those of her band's.