Yankees hitting coach Kevin Long isn't thrilled by second baseman Robinson Cano's decision to participate in next week's Home Rub Derby. "I would prefer he's not involved in it, but that's not my decision," Long said. "History suggests that guys that do the home run hitting contest get fatigued and exhausted from the process. I'm happy for the fact that he's maybe getting the opportunity, but in the same breath we have to be careful in how he goes about this." New York manager Joe Girardi wasn't as forthcoming as Long, the manager was clearly not thrilled with the idea of his No. 5 hitter taking part in the slugfest. "I think it's a lot of swings for a player; physically, I think it's somewhat of a grind, but it's an honor to be involved," Girardi said. "The biggest thing is that we keep Robinson Cano healthy and strong the whole year. If that in any way would fatigue him, then I would prefer that he didn't get fatigued."