PT TODAY: Beltran returns as DH-only

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Yankees | Carlos Beltrán to be used at DH
New York Yankees OF Carlos Beltrán (elbow) will be used exclusively as the designated hitter upon his return from the disabled list, because he has yet to throw. He will stay at DH until he completes a throwing program. Beltran is hitting fifth Thursday, June 5, and he said he doesn't have any pain when swinging from both sides of the plate. He is set on having surgery in the offseason.  Source: ESPNNewYork.com - Andrew Marchand
 
BHQ take: Beltran was activated from the disabled list on June 5, with Scott Sizemore returning to...

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