Much as the Torres and Fowler injuries were downright heartbreaking, the Bird mystery ankle bruise has become merely annoying. Despite numerous tests that have turned up nothing, Bird continues to insist the ankle is still sore — too sore to allow him to play. The Yankee brass has become exasperated with Bird, who's never been able to stay healthy, and it has gotten to the point where if he doesn't get back on the field after the All-Star break, they are prepared to move him over the winter.