Mets SS Cabrera (knee) likely to start on DL

VIERA, Fla. -- New York Mets shortstop Asdrubal Cabrera has been diagnosed with a strained patella tendon in his left knee and appears likely to open the season on the disabled list.

The Mets announced that Cabrera will be idle for at least two weeks. He then may resume baseball activity if comfortable.

Cabrera flew to New York on Friday to undergo platelet-rich plasma therapy at the Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan.

With only 23 days until the opener against the Kansas City Royals on ESPN Sunday Night Baseball, Cabrera probably will not be ready to begin the season.

The Mets revamped their middle infield during the offseason, signing Cabrera to a two-year, $18.5 million contract and…