Steven Cruz

The Kansas City Royals activated Steven Cruz from the 15-day injured list on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

After making four minor league rehab appearances, Cruz is back with the Royals. In his final outing on Wednesday, he tossed 1.1 scoreless innings. He will provide the Royals with a fresh right-handed option out of the bullpen, with Lucas Erceg (shoulder) being placed on the injured list in a corresponding move.

Steven Cruz threw a live batting practice session on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

The Kansas City Royals are waiting to see how Cruz recovers from his 20-pitch live batting practice session before mapping out a rehab assignment.

Steven Cruz threw his third bullpen session on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

After spending a month on the injured list with right shoulder impingement, Cruz is expected to increase the volume and intensity of his bullpen sessions over the next week. It has yet to be determined if he will return this season.

Steven Cruz threw a light bullpen session on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Cruz threw 15 to 20 pitches during his bullpen session and will look to increase the volume and intensity of his sessions over the next couple of weeks.

Steven Cruz has begun throwing out to about 75 feet.

Fantasy Impact

Cruz is beginning a throwing progression, a positive step in his rehab for a right shoulder impingement. While this is good news, there is currently no timeline for his return.