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CC Sabathia goes on DL with elbow inflammation; Yanks acquire Derek Lowe

CC Sabathia watches the flight of a ball

Photo credit: David Pokress | CC Sabathia watches the flight of a ball during the first inning of a game against the Red Sox. (July 28, 2012)

TORONTO -- For the second time in less than two months, CC Sabathia is headed to the disabled list.

And although Joe Girardi described the team's concern as "low-level,'' two DL stints in that stretch -- this time because of inflammation in the Yankees ace's left elbow -- can't be casually dismissed.

Rookie David Phelps is expected to take Sabathia's spot and start Monday night against...

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