Cabrera Chews the Fat

With A-Rod back in the fold, the Yankees no longer have an interest in Miguel Cabrera (at least that we know of), but the rotund 3rd sacker is committed to playing in better shape next season. Cabrera told LasMayores.com (MLB in Espanol) that he is working out this off-season to get in the best possible shape for the spring.

Cabrera said he would like to stay a Marlin, but you have to figure the biggest reason he's working on his physique is to set a good example for his new team. A sign of some maturity is not a bad thing for a guy whose been accused of being lazy.

"This winter, I'm really going to work on my physical condition in order to be in the best shape possible for spring training,'' Cabrera told LasMayores.com. "I've been at it for four weeks now at a gym that specializes in professional athletes, and I'll be there until the spring."

Cabrera also has the incentive of a huge pay day in the future. He's eligible to become a free agent after the 2009 season.

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