The New York Yankees and their fans were left shaken on Tuesday night after a terrifying moment involving infielder Oswaldo Cabrera, who suffered a serious injury during the team’s home matchup at Yankee Stadium. The incident triggered an outpouring of reactions across social media, as fans and teammates expressed concern for the 25-year-old utility player.

The injury occurred in the bottom of the fifth inning when Cabrera attempted a diving play on a sharply hit ground ball. He landed awkwardly, immediately clutching his left knee and writhing in visible pain. Play was halted for nearly ten minutes as trainers rushed to his side. Cabrera was eventually carted off the field, unable to put any weight on his leg, with a towel covering his face.

According to inside sources close to the team, Cabrera was taken to a nearby hospital, where he was described as being in shock and crying uncontrollably, overwhelmed by the fear that the injury could be season-ending — or worse.

“He was terrified,” a source inside the Yankees’ medical staff revealed anonymously. “He kept saying, ‘This can’t be happening. Please, not now.'”

The Yankees have yet to release an official diagnosis, but early reports suggest the possibility of ligament damage, which could sideline him for months depending on the severity.

Cabrera, a fan favorite known for his energy, versatility, and heart, has been a key part of the Yankees’ roster this season, filling in at multiple infield and outfield positions amid a string of injuries. His loss would be a significant blow to a team already battling to keep pace in the AL East.

Fans, players, and even rival teams quickly took to X (formerly Twitter) to send thoughts and prayers.

“Sending strength to Oswaldo Cabrera. That was hard to watch,” tweeted former teammate Gio Urshela.
“No one deserves that. Hoping for the best,” said a post from the Boston Red Sox official account — a rare gesture in the heated Yankees-Red Sox rivalry.

Manager Aaron Boone kept it brief in the postgame press conference:

“We’re all thinking about Oswaldo right now. Baseball’s secondary at moments like this.”

The Yankees are expected to release an update on Cabrera’s condition within the next 24 hours. Until then, the clubhouse waits — silent, shaken, and hoping for good news.