Juan-Carlos Cruz

Juan-Carlos Cruz is a former professional baseball player from the Dominican Republic. He played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB) for several teams during his career. Cruz is known for his powerful fastball and his ability to strike out batters.

Early Life[edit | edit source]

Juan-Carlos Cruz was born on October 15, 1978, in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. He grew up playing baseball and quickly showed promise as a pitcher. Cruz was scouted by several MLB teams and eventually signed as an amateur free agent.

Professional Career[edit | edit source]

Minor Leagues[edit | edit source]

Cruz began his professional career in the minor leagues, where he honed his skills as a pitcher. He played for several minor league teams, including the Gulf Coast League and the Florida State League. His impressive performance in the minors earned him a call-up to the major leagues.

Major League Baseball[edit | edit source]

Cruz made his MLB debut on August 21, 2001, with the Chicago Cubs. He played for the Cubs until 2003, after which he was traded to the Atlanta Braves. Cruz also had stints with the Oakland Athletics, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Kansas City Royals during his career.

Chicago Cubs[edit | edit source]

Cruz's time with the Chicago Cubs was marked by his strong pitching and ability to strike out batters. He quickly became a key player in the Cubs' bullpen.

Atlanta Braves[edit | edit source]

In 2004, Cruz was traded to the Atlanta Braves. He continued to perform well, contributing to the Braves' pitching staff.

Oakland Athletics[edit | edit source]

Cruz joined the Oakland Athletics in 2005. His tenure with the Athletics was brief but notable for his consistent performance on the mound.

Arizona Diamondbacks[edit | edit source]

Cruz played for the Arizona Diamondbacks from 2006 to 2008. He was a reliable pitcher for the Diamondbacks and played a crucial role in their bullpen.

Kansas City Royals[edit | edit source]

Cruz's final MLB team was the Kansas City Royals, where he played in 2009. He retired from professional baseball after the 2009 season.

Personal Life[edit | edit source]

After retiring from baseball, Cruz returned to the Dominican Republic. He has been involved in various charitable activities and has worked to promote baseball in his home country.

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