Why is Nelson Cruz not starting?
Cruz got off to a hot start in September but is 2-for-19 with zero extra-base hits in his past six games. Rays manager Kevin Cash said Cruz is out of the lineup for Wednesday’s game against the Blue Jays due to an illness, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Where is Nelson Cruz?
Tampa Bay Rays#23 / Designated hitter
Nelson Cruz/Current teams
Is Cruz hurt?
The Rays have placed designated hitter Nelson Cruz on the COVID-19 injured list, the team announced. Right-hander Chris Mazza has been recalled from Triple-A Durham to take his active roster spot.
Is Nelson Cruz still playing baseball?
He has played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Milwaukee Brewers, Texas Rangers, Baltimore Orioles, Seattle Mariners, Minnesota Twins and Tampa Bay Rays. Cruz is a seven-time MLB All-Star….
| Nelson Cruz | |
|---|---|
| September 19, 2005, for the Milwaukee Brewers | |
| MLB statistics (through 2021 season) | |
| Batting average | .277 |
| Hits | 1,913 |
Is Nelson Cruz married?
Solani Genaom. 2009
Nelson Cruz/Spouse
How old is wander Franco?
20 years (March 1, 2001)
Wander Franco/Age
Is Nelson Cruz Hall of Famer?
He is the fourth Twin to be so honored, joining Rod Carew (1977), Dave Winfield (1994) and Kirby Puckett (1996). Each of the previous winners is now a member of the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
What did the Minnesota Twins used to be called?
Kansas City Blues
Washington Senators
Minnesota Twins/Former names
Who is the oldest active MLB player?
Active
| Player | Pos | Age |
|---|---|---|
| Justin Verlander | P | 38 years, 263 days |
| Sergio Romo | P | 38 years, 251 days |
| John Axford | P | 38 years, 223 days |
| Miguel Cabrera | 1B/DH | 38 years, 206 days |
Why was Nelson Cruz on the injured list?
Cruz (illness) was activated from the COVID-19 injured list prior to Tuesday’s game against the Phillies, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. The veteran slugger was placed on the COVID-19 IL on Sunday after feeling sick, but subsequent tests came back negative.
When did Nelson Cruz sign with the twins?
The Twins initially signed Cruz to a one-year deal in December of 2018, with an option for a second year that he rendered a no-brainer to be picked up with what he did in 2019. It’s unclear if that kind of thing is on the table this time around, or if Cruz wants a second year fully guaranteed to him wherever he signs.
How many home runs does Nelson Cruz have?
In 2019, his first season with the Twins, he had a .311/.392/.639 slash-line with 41 home runs and 108 RBI. From 2014-2019, he hit 40, 44, 43, 39, 37 and 41 home runs respectively. But there are couple red flags.
Why did Nelson Cruz leave the game against the Tigers?
Cruz exited Thursday’s game against the Tigers with a right forearm contusion, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. Cruz was hit in the arm by a pitch from Tyler Alexander, which is the presumed reason for his exit. In more positive news, X- rays performed after Cruz’s exit came back negative.