Pettitte Already Throwing Again. After yesterday brought news of Andy Pettitte missing his start due to "mild elbow tendinitus," the lefty appears to be moving forward quickly and without incident... so far.

Andy Pettitte played catch this morning and had no discomfort in his elbow. He will throw his usual bullpen tomorrow, complete with long toss to warm up.

No doubt the Yankees will take every precaution with Pettitte. Though he appears to be good to go right now, any mention of elbow discomfort regarding a pitcher is something to be weary over. Johnny Damon, who received an encouraging MRI after fouling a ball off his toe, replaced Billy Crystal in the DH spot.

Pettitte Scratched With Elbow Tendinitis

Andy Pettitte will skip today's start due to what was deemed "mild elbow tendinitis." Apparently the injury is minor enough that Pettitte thought he could still pitch today and the Yankees said he will make his next start in five days.

From LoHud:

Pettitte felt the pain during his bullpen session on Sunday. Girardi didn’t know about it until yesterday, an indication of how minor it is. Pettitte wanted to pitch today but was overruled. “Y’all know how it is,” he said. “They’re extremely cautious here.”

Pettitte said on WFAN yesterday that last year was the first time in several seasons that his elbow was completely healthy all year. Guess he didn't knock wood. No one has to analyze how important it is for Pettitte to remain healthy and pitch well this season. He is the anchor of an already unpredictable rotation.