NELSON
CRUZ
DH
Ht/Wt
6’2’’,
230 lbs
Bats/Throws
R /
R
Experience
18
years
Debut
Sep 17, 2005
Born
Jul 1, 1980
(44 yrs)
Las Matas de Santa Cruz, Dominican Republic
Hometown
Montecristy, Dominican Republic
Signed
Signed by NY Mets in 1998.
Season Stats
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| GP Games Played
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AB At Bats
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R Runs
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H Hits
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2B Doubles
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3B Triples
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HR Home Runs
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RBI Runs Batted In
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BB Walks
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SO Strikeouts
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SB Stolen Bases
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CS Caught Stealing
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AVG Batting Average
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OBP On-Base Percentage
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SLG Slugging Percentage
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OPS On-Base Plus Slugging
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Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
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| 2023-11-02 |
Announced his retirement.
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| 2023-07-10 |
Released by the San Diego Padres.
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| 2023-07-04 |
Designated for assignment by the San Diego Padres.
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| 2023-06-13 |
Missed 10 games (hamstring strain- right).
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| 2023-06-02 |
Hamstring strain- right, 10-day injured list (retroactive to June 1st, 2023).
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Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| AL | Silver Slugger Silver Slugger | 2020, 2019, 2017, 2015 |
| AL | American League Championship - Most Valuable Player American League Championship - Most Valuable Player | 2011 |
| MLB | Named to the All-Star Game Named to the All-Star Game | 2009 (replacement) |
| Pacific Coast League (AAA) | Most Valuable Player Most Valuable Player | 2008 |
| Pacific Coast League (AAA) | All-Star Team All-Star Team | 2008 |
Scouting Report
A bona fide top-tier power hitter with good size, a powerful swing and nice follow through, he also can run a little. Has the arm to play right field, but can also play left field or serve as the designated hitter. Is somewhat injury-prone, especially his legs/groins. Takes a huge cut and can be all-or-nothing at the plate (hitting a homer or striking out), so he'd benefit by shortening his swing at times.
Long Range Potential: Excellent veteran slugger.
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