New York Yankees closer Mariano Rivera threw his first bullpen session of the spring Wednesday and then addressed the question of his future.

Rivera, working his way back from May 2012's torn ACL while shagging fly balls in batting practice, said he has made a decision about whether to pitch in 2014. However, he isn't ready to reveal that decision. According to USA Today, Rivera will make an announcement about his future before the start of the 2013 regular season.

“I won't give it up until I'm ready for that,” Rivera said. “I will tell you guys when it is the right moment. …You guys have been patient enough. Another day, or week, it won't hurt.”

Before his injury and the surgery to repair it, most assumed Rivera would retire following the 2012 season. But the all-time saves leader opted to return in 2013, expressing a desire to go out on his terms and not because of an injury.

Rivera also told reporters today that he will wear a knee brace and that he will continue to shag balls in the outfield.

In nine appearances in 2012, Rivera was 1-1 with five saves and a 2.16 ERA. In his 18-season major league career — spent entirely with the Yankees — he is 76-58 with 608 saves and a 2.21 ERA.