Oneil Cruz
SS - Pittsburgh Pirates
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Oneil Cruz is not in the Pirates lineup on Sunday against the Braves.
Fantasy Impact
Cruz gets the day off for Pittsburgh. Alika Williams draws the start at shortstop for the series finale.
Oneil Cruz is back in the lineup for the Pittsburgh Pirates against the Chicago Cubs Sunday.
Fantasy Impact
Cruz returns after sitting out against a left-handed starting pitcher Saturday, starting at shortstop and batting third against the Cubs for manager Derek Shelton Sunday.
Oneil Cruz is missing from the lineup for the Pittsburgh Pirates against the Chicago Cubs Saturday.
Fantasy Impact
Cruz will take a seat on the bench with a left-handed pitcher on the mound, with Alika Williams filling in at shortstop and batting ninth for manager Derek Shelton against the Cubs Saturday.
Oneil Cruz went 1-for-5 with a home run and two runs scored in the Pirates' 5-4 loss to the Cubs.
Fantasy Impact
His solo blast contributed to his season tally, bringing his home run count to seven and RBI total to 17. Despite the power display, Cruz's high strikeout rate and low walk rate continue to be areas of concern for fantasy managers. His .265 batting average and .323 wOBA are decent, but the lack of consistent contact and on-base skills cap his overall fantasy ceiling. Owners should value him for his power potential, but temper expectations given his current profile.
Oneil Cruz went 2-for-4 in the Pirates' 10-9 win over the Cubs with a home run, a double, two runs scored, and one RBI.
Fantasy Impact
This performance underscores Cruz's potential to deliver both power and run production, critical elements for fantasy teams. Despite a high strikeout rate of 0.336 and a modest walk rate of 0.066, his ability to impact the game with extra-base hits is evident. His current season stats, including a .268 batting average and six home runs, suggest that while consistency might be an issue, his power can be a valuable asset in fantasy lineups. Owners should consider Cruz a high-risk, high-reward option, particularly useful in formats that reward extra-base hits and home runs.
