The New York Yankees honored Derek Jeter before the first home game of his final season by reuniting the Core Four that helped the team during a stretch of five World Series titles.
Jeter caught a ceremonial first pitch from Mariano Rivera, and Jorge Posada caught one from Andy Pettitte prior to Monday's 4-2 win against the Baltimore Orioles.
Posada retired after the 2011 season, and Rivera and Pettitte at the end of 2013.
Jeter announced in February that his 20th big league season will be his last.
Says Rivera: "The last one standing is Derek."
ROBERTSON HEADED TO DL
The New York Yankees say closer David Robertson will go on the disabled list because of a strained groin.
The Yankees made the announcement after beating Baltimore 4-2 Monday in their home opener.
Robertson had an MRI earlier in the day that revealed the injury. He has posted two saves this season and has allowed one hit in three scoreless innings.
Robertson took over as the team's closer this year after the retirement of Mariano Rivera.
BRAVES TO HONOR AARON ON ANNIVERSARY
Hank Aaron was more relieved than jubilant after he broke Babe Ruth's home-run record on April 8, 1974.
The 40-year anniversary of his 715th homer provides a different perspective.
Aaron's record-breaking homer will be celebrated on Tuesday night before the Atlanta Braves' home opener against the New York Mets.
Hate mail and threats made it impossible for him to savor the chase of Ruth's revered record, but on Monday he said he'll enjoy the anniversary because such old friends as former teammate Dusty Baker will return for the pregame ceremony.
"I guess that's just about what it's all about, really," Aaron said in a telephone interview. "That's it. The moment itself has passed. The home run was hit and whatever else. It's just enjoying some moments with friends."
Aaron, 80, said he has a greater appreciation for fans who still celebrate his career.
"It does. It means an awful lot to me," Aaron said.
O'S ACQUIRE PITCHER FROM INDIANS
The Baltimore Orioles have acquired right-hander Preston Guilmet from the Cleveland Indians for outfielder Torsten Boss in an exchange of minor leaguers.
The Orioles announced the deal Monday during their game against the New York Yankees. Gimlet was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk.
Nolan Reimold was transferred from the 15-day to the 60-day disabled list to make room for Guilmet on the 40-man roster. Reimold is recovering from cervical spine fusion surgery.
The 26-year-old Guilmet has a 2.57 ERA and 90 saves in 196 minor league games. He had a 1.68 ERA and 20 saves for Triple-A Columbus last year.