Availability
Steven Cruz will start on Friday for the Royals against the White Sox.
Fantasy Impact
Cruz will likely serve as the opener for Kansas City.
Steven Cruz struck out two batters over 1.1 scoreless innings while allowing no hits or walks in Tuesday's win over the Rangers.
Fantasy Impact
After Tuesday's win over the Rangers, Cruz now has a 7.02 ERA and 1.62 WHIP with no saves or holds across 16 appearances. He entered the game down 2-1 before the offense scored four runs in the sixth inning. He's been pretty bad this year and hasn't been trusted in high-leverage situations.
The Royals recalled Steven Cruz from Triple-A Omaha.
Fantasy Impact
Cruz will hold a middle-relief role in the Royals bullpen.
The Royals optioned RHP Steven Cruz to Triple-A Omaha.
Fantasy Impact
Cruz has struggled mightily in relief to start the season. He'll look to work on some things in the minors.
The Royals recalled RHP Steven Cruz from Triple-A Omaha.
Fantasy Impact
Cruz takes the roster spot of Carlos Estevez in the Royals bullpen. He will likely step into a middle relief role.