Melky Cabrera
- Height: 5-11
- Weight: 200 lbs
- Born: Aug 11, 1984
- Debut: July 7, 2005
SEASON
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Newsbreakers
December 28, 2009
Jon Heyman of Sports Illustrated reports that if the Braves decide to trade recently acquired outfielder Melky Cabrera, the Cubs would "love" to have him as their center fielder.
Our View:
Rumors have arisen in the past few days that Atlanta is looking to flip their newest addition. Stay tuned.
December 22, 2009
Melky Cabrera, along with Mike Dunn and a minor leaguer to be named later, has reportedly been dealt to Atlanta in exchange for Javier Vazquez and Boone Logan, according to the NY Daily News.
Our View:
This one comes as a bit of a shocker. Nothing is official yet, but it looks like Cabrera will be a Brave after all the details are worked out. Much of his fantasy value last season derived from the fact that he was starting in such a loaded lineup, and thus his value will certainly take a hit leaving New York for Atlanta.
November 2, 2009
The Yankees are trying to get a roster exemption to replace the injured Melky Cabrera (hamstring) on their roster for the final (potential) three games of the World Series, according to Ed Price of AOL Fanhouse.
Our View:
Manager Joe Girardi said he would be "extremely" limited if forced into action. If Major League Baseball allows them to add someone else, he will by rule be out for the rest of the series.
November 2, 2009
Melky Cabrera isn't likely to play in game five of the World Series on Monday night after straining his left hamstring in game four on Sunday, according to the New York Daily News.
Our View:
It's likely that either Brett Gardner or Jerry Hairston Jr. will replace him in the lineup as the Yankees attempt to beat Cliff Lee and clinch the World Series on Monday.
November 1, 2009
Melky Cabrera left Sunday's Game 4 with a left hamstring injury. He came up limping after trying to beat out a groundball.
Our View:
Brett Gardner replaced him in centerfield, and it's uncertain if Cabrera will be able to return to play in the World Series.
October 20, 2009
Melky Cabrera helped lead the Yankees in tonight's 10-1 win at the Angels in Game 4 of the ALCS, as he went 3-for-4 with four RBI and a run scored. He hit a double and a pair of singles.
Our View:
Cabrera was only batting 3-for-13 in the series heading into tonight's game. The Yankees now hold a 3-1 lead, and could advance to the World Series with a victory on Thursday at Angel Stadium.
October 9, 2009
Melky Cabrera will be in the Yankees' lineup for Game 2 against the Twins on Friday, according to the New York Post. Manager Joe Girardi said he would stick with Cabrera for Friday's game, but that Brett Gardner could start in Game 3.
Our View:
Gardner gives the Yanks more flexibility coming off the bench because of his speed, so he will remain in the role for tonight's game. Melky will be in center again tonight, but expect to see Gardner as some point before the game is over.
August 2, 2009
Melky Cabrera hit for the cycle against the White Sox on Sunday in the Yankees' 8-5 win.
Our View:
Cabrera homered in the second, doubled in the fourth, singled in the fifth and then tripled in his final at-bat in the ninth inning. He finished the day 4-for-5 with three runs scored and four RBI. He is the fourth player to hit for the cycle this season.
July 12, 2009
Melky Cabrera was 2-for-3 with a pair of runs scored and an RBI in the Yankees 5-4 loss on Sunday.
Our View:
After hitting over .320 in April and May, Cabrera had a miserable June (.225) and hasn't been much better in July (.273). Depending on how deep your league is, there are likely better fantasy options available.
June 26, 2009
Melky Cabrera sat out the last two games while dealing with flu-like symptoms, according to the Journal News.
Our View:
He would like to return to the diamond tonight for the subway series against the Mets at Citi Field, but his status is uncertain. We will keep you posted on his status.
June 1, 2009
As expected, according to The Cleveland Plain Dealer, Melky Cabrera will be back in the Yankees starting lineup tonight after sitting out since May 26 with a bruised left shoulder.
Our View:
It should be all systems go for Melky in the Yankees outfield tonight. Do not hesitate to play him.
May 31, 2009
The Newark Star-Ledger is reporting that Melky Cabrera will return to the starting lineup on Monday. Cabrera will be available to pinch hit on Sunday, but he will not start.
Our View:
Fantasy owners can feel free to put Melky back in the lineup starting tomorrow, but he is still out today. He is expected to be at full strength starting tomorrow, so no worries on that front.
May 29, 2009
Melky Cabrera is expected to be available to come off the bench for the Yankees this weekend, according to the Newark Star-Ledger. Cabrera injured his shoulder in Texas earlier this week.
Our View:
Cabrera is not expected to start this weekend, but he is available to the Yankees for pinch-hitting duties and defensive substitutions. He should be left out on fantasy rosters, but the injury appears to be minor so he should be back next week.
May 27, 2009
Updating a previous report, an MRI exam has revealed that Melky Cabrera has no structural damage in his shoulder, according to the New York Post. Cabrera left Tuesday's game after crashing into the wall on a slippery field in Texas.
Our View:
The injury is minor as expected, and he is listed as day-to-day. He will probably not play Friday, but he could be available for the weekend. We will keep you updated on his status going forward.
May 26, 2009
Melky Cabrera left Tuesday's game against the Rangers in the first inning with what appears to be a shoulder injury. He was replaced by Brett Gardner in center field.
Our View:
Cabrera should be considered day-to-day for now, as it doesn't look like this injury isn't serious. We will keep you updated on his condition.
April 29, 2009
Melky Cabrera will continue to start in center field for the Yankees, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
Cabrera is off to a pretty hot start as he is hitting .325/.413/.625 through his first 40 at bats. He holds some fantasy value now that it appears that he has replaced Brett Gardner as the starter in New York.
April 22, 2009
Melky Cabrera hit two home runs, including a two-run walk-off homer in the 14th inning, in the Yankees' 9-7 win against the A's on Wednesday. Cabrera is hitting .304 with limited at-bats this season.
Our View:
Huge day for Cabrera, especially since he won the game for the Yanks in the 14th. He doubled his home run total today, but he is still only an option in AL-only leagues. If he can get more playing time he could be an option in mixed leagues as well.
April 22, 2009
Melky Cabrera will start in center field for today's game against Oakland at Yankee Stadium, according to the Star-Ledger.
Our View:
Brett Gardner will be riding the pine today. Cabrera has five hits (two homers) and four RBI over 17 at-bats this season, and is worth consideration for AL-only leagues.
March 28, 2009
Yankees outfielder Melky Cabrera went 3-for-4 with an RBI in the team's 6-4 win over the Braves.
Our View:
With the Yankees apparently interested in trading Cabrera, his .346 spring can only help the team's chances of finding a suitor. As it stands, he and Brett Gardner are the team's center fielders.
March 25, 2009
With the development of Brett Gardner, the Yankees are interested in trading Melky Cabrera, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
Cabrera has been on the outside looking in for a while in New York with their depth and production in the outfield. The club would be interested in dealing Nick Swisher or Xavier Nady but feel Cabrera might bring more value.
February 18, 2009
Melky Cabrera will not take part in the World Baseball Classic, according to the Yankees' official site. Cabrera would prefer to try and win the Yankees' starting job in center field.
Our View:
Cabrera certainly has his work cut out for him as Johnny Damon and Nick Swisher are much better offensive players than Cabrera. Xavier Nady and Hideki Matsui will be competing for corner outfield jobs, so Cabrera could be the fourth outfield while the other four fill out the outfield and the DH spot.
January 21, 2009
Yankees outfielder Melky Cabrera agreed to a one-year contract with the team for $1.4 million, according to the New York Post.
Our View:
Cabrera will battle for playing time in the team's outfield, but don't expect a lot of fantasy production, as his OBP was barely over .300 last season and he has little power.
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