As a man of many positions, Oswaldo Cabrera is in store for a busy spring.
Cabrera made a strong impression last season after he was called up in August, providing a jolt while starting games at five positions — right field, left field, shortstop, second base and third base.
“It’s undeniable how well he played in the outfield last year for us,” manager Aaron Boone said Monday. “So we need to keep that in play. But you also recognize that this guy is a very accomplished infielder. This guy can legit play the middle of the infield. That’s not to mention third, I’ll have him take some reps at first at some point.”
Aaron Hicks entered camp as the favorite to win the left-field job, but Cabrera could vie for playing time there, too. The switch hitter might be most valuable as a utility type, though, who can move around the field and spell other starters on a given day.
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