Right-hander Chien-Ming Wang (6-3, 3.89), who was added to the disabled list Thursday, was examined Monday in Alabama by Dr. James Andrews. The diagnosis was inflammation and a strain in his right shoulder.

Yankees team physician Dr. Stuart Hershon said Wang will go through an exercise program for two weeks, followed by a throwing program. Hershon said surgery may be necessary if the right-hander doesn't respond to the therapy.

"That's great news right now for him and us, the fact they're going to do rest and exercise. We'll all keep our fingers crossed that it will be effective," manager Joe Torre said. "I think it's a little early to be optimistic, but I think that's a good first step."