4 years agoNew York Yankees first baseman/outfielder Jay Bruce plans to retire following Sunday's game against the Rays. An emotional Bruce told reporters that he felt he wasn't performing at the level he expects of himself, which is ultimately why he decided to step away from the game. The veteran slugger will be available off the bench Sunday one last time before he hangs up the cleats. A three-time All-Star, Bruce mashed 319 home runs over his 14-year career, though he didn't find much success in his short stint in the Bronx. Expect the Yankees to go with a combination of DJ LeMahieu and Mike Ford at first base until Luke Voit (knee), who took grounders on Sunday, returns to action.--Tim Capurso
Source: Bryan Hoch