3B - New York Yankees MiLB
- Age 27
- Bats: B
- Throws: R
Availability
Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Oswaldo Cabrera will be optioned to Triple-A.
Fantasy Impact
Cabrera had been battling with Randal Grichuk for one of the final roster spots on the team's Opening Day roster. He should get an opportunity in the majors at some point during the season.
Cabrera (ankle) underwent surgery last May to address a fracture and ligament damage in his left ankle. He will make his Grapefruit League debut on Friday against Tampa Bay, his first game action since the procedure.
Fantasy Impact
New York could have Cabrera complete a minor-league rehabilitation assignment before activating him, or he could be ready for the Opening Day roster. Friday marks a significant milestone in his recovery from the May surgery.
Cabrera (ankle) underwent surgery last May to address a fracture and ligament damage in his left ankle. He is participating in drills and progressing well in his rehabilitation.
Fantasy Impact
Cabrera has not attempted sliding on the surgically repaired ankle and is not near game action. Manager Aaron Boone said Tuesday that Cabrera's availability for Opening Day remains to be determined.
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said on Monday that Oswaldo Cabrera will not play in spring training games right away.
Fantasy Impact
Oswaldo Cabrera said earlier on Monday that his ankle "feels amazing" and participated in live batting practice, but he will not immediately return to game action. The positive note is that he is healthy, will continue working out with the Yankees and is expected to be part of the opening day roster.
Oswaldo Cabrera said his surgically repaired ankle "feels amazing."
Fantasy Impact
Cabrera took live batting practice against Camilo Doval on Monday. He is on track to be fully healthy heading into the season.
