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Yankees' Oswaldo Cabrera Diagnosed with Fractured Ankle Following Gruesome Injury

The 26-year-old third baseman was placed on the injured list as the team awaits further evaluation of potential ligament damage and a recovery timeline.

New York Yankees' Oswaldo Cabrera is taken from the field by ambulance after injuring his leg, Monday, May 12, 2025
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Overview

  • Oswaldo Cabrera suffered a severe left ankle fracture during a home plate slide in the Yankees' 11-5 victory over the Mariners on May 12.
  • The injury occurred as Cabrera attempted to avoid a tag on an Aaron Judge sacrifice fly, twisting his ankle unnaturally while scoring the run.
  • Cabrera was immobilized on the field, transported to a Seattle-area hospital, and later placed on the 10-day injured list by the Yankees.
  • Manager Aaron Boone confirmed the fracture but stated that the extent of potential ligament damage and Cabrera's recovery timeline remain unclear.
  • Veteran infielder D.J. LeMahieu has been activated from the injured list to help fill Cabrera's role as the Yankees adjust their infield depth.