Steven Cruz

The Royals placed Steven Cruz on the paternity list.

Fantasy Impact

Cruz will be away for a few days. Spencer Bivens was recalled as the corresponding move.

Steven Cruz allowed two earned runs on two hits while striking out one over one inning, taking a blown save in the Royals' 6-5 loss.

Fantasy Impact

After Saturday's loss, Cruz now has a 4.37 ERA and 1.27 WHIP with a 9.8 K/9, 7 saves and 5 holds across 55 appearances. Nate Pearson took the loss the night before leaving the door open for Cruz who also couldn't close it out.

Steven Cruz struck out one batter in a scoreless appearance to earn the save in Friday's 3-2 win over the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact

After Friday's win, Cruz now has a 4.04 ERA and 1.24 WHIP with seven saves and five holds across 53 appearances. Nate Pearson was used in the eighth inning, leaving the save opportunity for Cruz. This was his fifth save since the beginning of August, which is most on the team.

Steven Cruz struck out two batters while allowing two hits over a scoreless frame to earn the save in Friday's 3-0 win over the Guardians.

Fantasy Impact

After Friday's win, Cruz now has a 4.35 ERA and 1.26 WHIP with six saves, one blown save and five holds across 49 appearances. Michael Wacha did the heavy lifting in this one, allowing Cruz to pick up his fourth save of the month.

Steven Cruz threw a scoreless frame to earn the save in Monday's 9-5 win over the Athletics.

Fantasy Impact

After Monday's win over the Athletics, Cruz now has a 4.08 ERA and 1.19 WHIP with five saves, one blown save and four holds across 44 appearances. It's not perfect, but he's the guy right now.