Oneil Cruz powers Pirates past Phillies with key hits
by Chris Schommer | Pirates Correspondent | Sun, Jul 21st 9:00am EDT
Oneil Cruz went 2-for-4 in the Pirates' 4-1 victory over the Phillies, delivering a home run, a double, and three RBI.
Fantasy Impact:
This performance underscores Cruz's potential to be a significant power contributor, despite a batting average that might not jump off the page (.255). His 15th homer of the season ties into a pattern of timely hitting, with 50 RBI now chalked up. However, fantasy managers should remain cautious; his high strikeout rate (0.326) continues to be a potential drag on his overall value. Nonetheless, his ability to drive in runs and hit for extra bases keeps him relevant in most fantasy formats, especially in leagues that value slugging and RBI production.
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