DH Johnson out of Yankees' lineup with bad back

Mar 5, 2010 - 2:39 PM TAMPA, Fla.(AP) -- New York Yankees designated hitter Nick Johnson missed his second straight game on Friday because of a stiff lower back.

Johnson was hurt during batting practice Thursday when his spikes got caught on the mats used in the cage. He said his back "loosen up" after an exercise program before Friday's game with Tampa Bay. He doesn't think the injury is serious.

Johnson was signed during the offseason to take the spot of 2009 World Series MVP Hideki Matsui, now with the Los Angeles Angels.

Catcher Jorge Posada was in Friday's lineup as the DH.