Yankees' Mark Leiter Jr. feels good after back spasm
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Yankees reliever Mark Leiter Jr. was scratched from a recent spring outing due to a back spasm. He has not pitched in a game for 10 days but reported feeling good after throwing in the bullpen. Leiter Jr. clarified that he would have pitched through the discomfort if it were the regular season. He is now scheduled to pitch in a spring game on Wednesday, ahead of Opening Day on March 27. The Yankees face several injuries in their bullpen, but Leiter Jr. expressed confidence in the team's depth. He believes the group has strong potential for the upcoming season.