Yankees’ new batting dynamic could pay off in dividends

MLB: Spring Training-Tampa Bay Rays at New York YankeesThe Yankees rolled out a fresh lineup combination in their spring training opener on Friday, featuring Jasson Dominguez and Cody Bellinger as the first two hitters. While Aaron Judge has yet to make his spring debut, the team took the opportunity to test a new dynamic at the top of the order.

Against the Tampa Bay Rays, the Yankees came away with a 4–0 victory, and the early returns from their new-look lineup were encouraging.

Dominguez Shows Patience and Poise

Leading off, Dominguez put together a quality at-bat in his first plate appearance, working a six-pitch walk. Later in the game, he capitalized on a bases-loaded opportunity,…