Overview
- Oswaldo Cabrera underwent successful ankle surgery on Thursday after fracturing his left ankle during a slide into home plate on Monday night against the Seattle Mariners.
- The Yankees placed Cabrera on the 10-day injured list, with his full-season availability remaining uncertain pending further evaluations for potential ligament damage.
- In an Instagram post, Cabrera expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support from family, teammates, and fans, stating, 'My return to the field begins today.'
- Yankees teammates Aaron Judge, Anthony Volpe, and manager Aaron Boone visited Cabrera in the hospital following the injury, showcasing the team's support.
- Veteran infielder D.J. LeMahieu has been activated to fill Cabrera's role as the team adjusts its infield depth during his recovery.