The submarining right-hander complained of shoulder stiffness last week and said he did not want to go on the disabled list for the first time in his career.

Gibson had been out since July 28 with shoulder stiffness.

Bell followed with a two-run single against Russ Swan (1-2), who left after two innings because of shoulder stiffness.

Swift (7-2), who was on the disabled list with shoulder stiffness, improved to 5-1 against Cincinnati in his career.

A sling may be offered for short-term comfort, with the understanding that undesirable shoulder stiffness can develop with prolonged immobilization.

Righetti pitched little this spring because of shoulder stiffness, but he did not give up a run in six innings, an important sign.

Until Key shakes the shoulder stiffness and the mental anxiety, the rest of the Yankees will have to find a way to get by.

Mike Boddicker started for Boston but left after three innings because of shoulder stiffness.

Now Kim has shoulder stiffness and may be off the playoff roster.

Gordon left Thursday night's game in the eighth inning after complaining of shoulder stiffness.