Fernando Cruz was activated from the injured list after missing nearly two months with an oblique strain, providing the Yankees a bullpen boost ahead of their game against the Nationals. Yerry De Los Santos was optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to clear a spot on the active roster. Manager Aaron Boone considered activating Cruz on Monday but delayed the move after Cruz's fourth rehab outing on Friday, when he threw 1.1 innings. Before the injury, Cruz had been one of the Yankees' most dependable relievers, recording 54 strikeouts in 33 innings and posting a 3.00 ERA primarily in high-leverage situations.
The New York Yankees received a much-needed bullpen boost ahead of their game Tuesday night against the Washington Nationals. Veteran reliever Fernando Cruz was activated from the injured list after missing nearly two months with an oblique strain, while right-hander Yerry De Los Santos was optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to make room on the active roster. Manager Aaron Boone initially considered bringing Cruz back Monday, but the team opted to wait following his fourth rehab outing Friday, when he threw 1.1 innings.
Cruz had been one of the Yankees' most dependable arms before landing on the IL for the second time this season. In 33 innings, the 35-year-old struck out 54 batters while posting a 3.00 ERA in primarily high-leverage situations. Get the latest headlines delivered to your inbox each morning. Sign up for our Morning Edition to start your day. FL1 on the Go! Download the free FingerLakes1.com App for iOS (iPhone, iPad).
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