As a fourth outfielder, Cabrera had limited playing time with the Yankees. He made only 42 starts, all in left field. He batted.263 with 12 home runs and 41 RBIs. Cabrera was used primarily as a pinch hitter and defensive replacement. He was also used as a designated hitter on occasion.
Beyond the Diamond: Unleashing the Power of Melky Cabrera's Baseball Journey