Nelson Cruz delivers a solo shot in win over Rockies

Cruz went 3-for-5 with a pair of singles and a solo home run as the Mariners defeated the Rockies 8-7.

What It Means:

Cruz has been crushing the ball all season with a .321/.385/.590 slash line and .415 wOBA. He has a home run in each of his last four games. Over Cruz’s last 24 plate appearances his nERD has increased from 3.53 to 4.23, which puts him fifth among all batters. Cruz is projected as our top overall hitter on the night again versus the Rockies on Tuesday.