Oswaldo Cabrera has taken over Gleyber Torres’ second base position in the New York Yankees’ lineup for their game against the Mets on Wednesday. Torres was excluded from the lineup after failing to run out a crucial ground ball in the previous game, and his manager Aaron Boone stated that he suffered from groin discomfort. Despite this, Boone emphasized the importance of Torres getting back on track and providing a strong presence in the lineup.
Torres has been struggling at the plate during the 2024 season with a batting average of just .215 and an OPS+ of 78, a significant drop from his career average of 114. In recent weeks, things have only gotten worse as he hit just .108. This has led to concerns about his role in the team and whether or not he will be able to recover from his struggles at the plate.
The Yankees, who are currently leading their division, have been struggling recently, losing five of their last six games. They are missing key players like Anthony Rizzo and Giancarlo Stanton due to injuries. On the other hand, the Mets have been performing well with the best record in June. The game between these cross-town rivals is crucial for both teams as they try to bounce back from their recent slumps.