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Girardi says focus is on New York Yankees

The Columbian
Published: August 27, 2010, 12:00am

CHICAGO (AP) — Joe Girardi says it’s flattering to be mentioned as a candidate for another managerial opening but he is focused on getting the New York Yankees ready to play each day.

Girardi tried to brush aside speculation about the Cubs’ job before New York opened a three-game series against the White Sox on Friday night. The Yankees manager is in the last year of his contract and has strong ties to Chicago.

Girardi says he’s not worried about next season and feels fortunate to be managing in the big leagues.

Also for the Yankees, left-hander Andy Pettitte threw 25 pitches during a bullpen session and says it went well. The three-time All-Star is trying to come back with a strained left groin.

The next step for Pettitte will depend on how he feels Saturday.

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