Yankees player Oswaldo Cabrera was injured during a recent game, prompting concern and questions about the team's next steps.

The Yankees are expected to activate veteran infielder DJ LeMahieu prior to Tuesday's game. If Cabrera's injury is as serious as it appears, LeMahieu will be able to slot into third base without much friction -- either from a starting lineup or active roster perspective. LeMahieu had missed the first month-plus of the season with a calf injury.

The 26-year-old New York Yankees third baseman was driven off the field in an ambulance after suffering a left ankle injury Monday night