Oswaldo Cabrera injury update: Will New York Yankees' baseman play this season?

New York Yankees’ third baseman Oswaldo Cabrera suffered a terrible injury in his left ankle in a match on Monday. The fixture saw the Yankees score another win with a 11-5 triumph over the Seattle Mariners. After being injured, Cabrera was picked from the field by an ambulance, which rushed him to a nearby hospital. His injury marred the joy of the victory for the Yankees as he now risks missing out on the remaining matches of the current MLB season. Meanwhile, with their win against Seattle, the Yankees have solidified their lead in the American League East division.

Oswaldo Cabrera injury update: All about his health

The distressing scene unfolded during the ninth inning of the game. Cabrera was trying to reach the home plate to score a run. He ran through an unsuccessful tag and slid past the home plate by a whisker. While trying to backtrack, Cabrera suffered a severe ankle injury. Aaron Boone, the manager for the Yankees, assured that the injured ankle was secured with a brace before Cabrera was loaded onto the ambulance.

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Oswaldo Cabrera injured: Here's what Yankees’ manager said

According to ABC News, the Yankees’ manager noted the "pretty serious situation" that everyone witnessed, saying he was "hoping for the best" treatment for the 26-year-old. Before he was carried away by the ambulance, Cabrera received medical attention from multiple medical personnel on the field. Even while going through the agonising ordeal, the Venezuelan reportedly displayed a moment of resilience when he asked if he was able to complete the run, his fellow Yankee Aaron Judge informed.

Yankees’ injury list grows longer

The list of injured Yankees players was quite long even before Cabrera's ankle injury. The latest addition is expected to force the Yankees to place DJ LeMahieu at third base when he returns after his recovery on Tuesday, The Sporting News noted.

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Aaron Judge on Oswaldo Cabrera

Cabrera is playing in the MLB for the fourth season. He has emerged as a regular name in the lineup of the New York Yankees. Highlighting the infielder's love for his team, Judge said that Cabrera dons the Yankees' jersey "with pride", ABC News reported. He noted that the injury is a "tough one", especially given that the 26-year-old is now a regular part of the team.

FAQs

What was the result of the New York Yankees vs Seattle Mariners MLB match on May 12?
The MLB New York Yankees vs Seattle Mariners matchup was won by the former 11-5.

What is the latest Oswaldo Cabrera injury update?
As per the Yankees’ manager, Cabrera’s injury is a serious one.