Joe Girardi said both Joba Chamberlain and Jason Giambi could play tonight if needed. Giambi (groin), Girardi said, was being held out because of the chilly temperature, which by mid-game could dip into the high 30's. He said he expected Giambi to be ready for tomorrow afternoon's game in Kansas City. As for Chamberlain, Girardi said he would not hesitate to use the reliever tonight.
"Even though he threw two innings yesterday, he only threw 16 pitches," Girardi said. "We could go back to him tonight."