With the exception of 31-year-old veteran Moe Mantha, who can't stop himself from greeting old teammates and opponents in every hallway, the Americans stick to themselves.

In the clubhouse Friday, Mientkiewicz greeted several teammates, including Andy Pettitte, the starting pitcher.

During games, they clap hands and greet teammates as they go on and off the court.

He has greeted teammates in English with a "Good to see you."

Then he stood by his old locker and greeted teammates.

Soriano is a charismatic personality and a popular figure in the clubhouse, often greeting reporters and teammates with fist bumps and smiles and calling everyone Papi.

He quickly scanned the familiar room and bounced from corner to corner, greeting old teammates, new teammates, even reporters, with hearty handshakes or bear hugs.

Neagle joined the Yankees yesterday, grinning broadly when he shook hands with Joe Torre, his new manager, and greeted teammates.

Lima, who had been called up from the minors to start against the Atlanta Braves, greeted teammates with handshakes, hugs and humor.

The Yankees have their ace, Randy Johnson, who found his locker and greeted new teammates at Legends Field on Wednesday.