New York Yankees third baseman Oswaldo Cabrera was taken to the hospital in an ambulance after sustaining an ankle injury during Monday’s game against the Seattle Mariners. The incident took place in the ninth inning when Cabrera was racing home to score on a sacrifice fly by Aaron Judge. Unfortunately, he appeared to twist his ankle while attempting to touch home plate, ultimately contributing to the Yankees’ final score of 11-5.
Immediately following the injury, team trainers rushed to his aid, placing a towel over his ankle before Cabrera was transported for further examination. Before leaving the field, Cabrera had notched one hit and scored a run, maintaining a batting average of .243 for the season.
In addition to Cabrera’s performance, Trent Grisham excelled offensively, recording two runs, three hits, and two home runs, along with two RBIs. Aaron Judge also contributed significantly with one RBI and two hits. The Yankees’ victory improved their record to 23-17, keeping them at the top of the AL East standings after their successful series against the Athletics.
While the injury raises concerns about Cabrera’s availability moving forward, the team’s strong performance offers a bright note as they continue to lead in their division. With the right medical attention and rehabilitation, there is hope for a quick recovery for Cabrera, enabling him to return to the field soon.