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Nelson Cruz

Nelson Cruz is a professional baseball player born on July 1, 1980, in Monte Cristi, Dominican Republic. Cruz began his professional baseball career in the minor leagues when he signed with the New York Mets in 1998. His career breakthrough came when he was acquired by the Milwaukee Brewers in 2004. During his tenure with the Brewers, Cruz showed his ability to hit home runs, hitting 8 home runs in 45 games. More about Nelson Cruz

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Current items with a signature of Nelson Cruz

These are the most current items with a signature of Nelson Cruz that were listed on eBay and on other online stores - click here for more items.

Picture Item Title Price Store
thumbnail2005 JUST MINORS NELSON CRUZ JON PAPELBON DUAL AUTOGRAPH AUTO 16/25 SP SSP$39.99logo
thumbnail2013 TOPPS TRIBUTE NELSON CRUZ WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC AUTOGRAPH CARD #WTA-NC3$14.99logo
thumbnail2023 Topps Archives Signature NELSON CRUZ 2012 Bowman Autograph RANGERS 1/1 $200.00logo
thumbnailNelson Cruz #3 Art Card Limited 19/50 Edward Vela Signed (Minnesota Twins)$5.99logo
thumbnailNelson Cruz Autographed Sports Illustrated Magazine 11/24/11 No Label$77.99logo
thumbnailNelson Cruz Minnesota Twins Autographed Baseball$149.99logo
thumbnailNELSON CRUZ TWINS NAMEPLATE FOR AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED Baseball Display CUBE CASE$7.99logo
thumbnailNELSON CRUZ TWINS NAMEPLATE FOR AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL-BAT-JERSEY-PHOTO-CAP$8.99logo
In 2006, Cruz was traded to the Texas Rangers, where he played for eight seasons. During his time with the Rangers, Cruz became one of the top sluggers in the league, earning two All-Star selections in 2009 and 2013. However, Cruz's career was also marred by controversy when he was suspended for 50 games in 2013 for using performance-enhancing drugs. After leaving the Rangers, Cruz played for the Seattle Mariners and the Minnesota Twins before returning to the Rangers in 2021.

Throughout his career, Cruz has hit more than 400 home runs and has been one of the most feared hitters in the game. He has been named to six All-Star Games, won two Silver Slugger Awards, and was the American League Championship Series Most Valuable Player in 2011. Cruz's hitting prowess has made him one of the most valuable players in the league and a fan favorite wherever he goes. Despite his age, Cruz shows no signs of slowing down, and his presence on any team is a significant boost to their chances of winning. Read even more about Nelson Cruz at Wikipedia

Traded items with a signature of Nelson Cruz

In total, we tracked 1435 items since 01/01/2008. The chart below shows the trade volume over time.

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The most expensive item with a signature of Nelson Cruz (NELSON CRUZ Autographed Signed Louisville Slugger Game Issued/ Used Bat JSA) was sold in January 2022 for $850.00 while the cheapest item (NELSON CRUZ 2014 TOPPS MLB SIGNED CARD #453 ORIOLES DH SET BREAK RANGERS MARINER) found a new owner for $0.46 in February 2024. The month with the most items sold (59) was October 2011 with an average selling price of $19.50 for an autographed item of Nelson Cruz. Sold items reached their highest average selling price in December 2018 with $224.99 and the month that saw the lowest prices with $0.99 was March 2008. In average, an autographed item from Nelson Cruz is worth $18.50.

Most recently, these items with a signature of Nelson Cruz were sold on eBay - click here for more items.

Picture Item Title Price Store
thumbnail2017 DONRUSS SIGNATURE SERIES AUTO NELSON CRUZ MARINERS$9.99logo
thumbnail2021 Tops Chrome Nelson Cruz Autograph All-Star Game Auto Minnesota Twins $6.50logo
thumbnail2022 Topps Gilded Collection Nelson Cruz Rose Gold Etch Autograph 07/25 Rays$5.50logo
thumbnail2022 Topps Tier One Autograph Relics Nelson Cruz BAT AUTO /99 - RAYS$10.00logo
thumbnail2023 Topps Heritage Tommy Nelson Cruz Ones Auto Autograph #ROA-NC Nationals$4.25logo
thumbnail2023 Topps World Baseball Classic NELSON CRUZ Variation Auto Autograph #AV-NC$4.13logo
thumbnailNELSON CRUZ 2011 TOPPS ALLEN & GINTER AUTOGRAPH$5.50logo
thumbnailNELSON CRUZ 2012 TOPPS GYPSY QUEEN AUTOGRAPH$5.50logo
thumbnailNelson Cruz 2017 Panini Donruss Signature Series Auto #SS-NC MLB Seattle Card$15.00logo
thumbnailNELSON CRUZ 2023 TOPPS ARCHIVES (2014 STADIUM CLUB) AUTOGRAPH 1/1 MADE ORIOLES$11.50logo

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Latest News about Nelson Cruz

Nelson Cruz retires: Veteran slugger calls it a career after 19 MLB seasons, 464 (11/02/23): Cruz leaves the game as one of the top home run hitters of his era Go to news article

Padres designate Nelson Cruz for assignment with 43-year-old slugger having down (07/04/23): Cruz hit .245/.283/.399 with five homers for the Padres in 2023 Go to news article

Cruz, 42, becomes 3rd-oldest with 6-RBI game (04/10/23): Nelson Cruz, 42, hit a three-run homer and drove in six runs, and the Padres beat the Braves 10-2 on Sunday. Go to news article

Padres' ageless slugger Nelson Cruz, at 42 years old, joins elite company in rom (04/10/23): Cruz played a big role in San Diego's 10-2 win over Atlanta on Sunday night Go to news article

World Baseball Classic: Nelson Cruz Is Dominican Republic’s General Manager (03/10/23): Serving as general manager in addition to his hitting duties, Nelson Cruz assembled one of the best baseball lineups in recent memory for the World Baseball Classic. Go to news article

Older News Stories about Nelson Cruz

Sources: Cruz, 42, reaches $1M deal with Padres (01/2023): Nelson Cruz, a seven-time All-Star who has 459 career home runs, agreed to a one-year, $1 million deal with the San Diego Padres, sources told ESPN. Go to news article

Nationals' Nelson Cruz, 42, hints at wanting to return for 2023 MLB season (10/2022): Cruz has had a tough season in Washington, but he doesn't seem quite ready to call it a career Go to news article

LOOK: Nelson Cruz shows off custom cleats celebrating Earth Day, shoes will be a (04/2022): April 22 is Earth Day and Cruz is celebrating with custom kicks Go to news article

Juan Soto helped recruit Nelson Cruz, who fills multiple roles for Nationals (03/2022): Nelson Cruz was a significant addition for the Nationals both for his bat and his reputation as a clubhouse leader.

MLB weekend winners and losers: Record-setting no-hitter remains elusive; tough (07/2021): Elsewhere, Nelson Cruz homered in his first game for his new team Go to news article

MLB roundtable: Which team should trade for Nelson Cruz if the Twins are trade d (06/2021): The last place Twins figure to be active sellers at the trade deadline Go to news article

MLB Star Power Index: Lucas Sims, Nelson Cruz and Kent Emanuel stick it to the m (04/2021): It's once again time for whatever this is Go to news article

Back with Twins, retirement not on Cruz's mind (02/2021): After re-upping with the Minnesota Twins for what will be his 17th major league season, Nelson Cruz clearly was not ready to entertain the idea of a farewell tour. Go to news article

MLB rumors: Twins remain in talks with Nelson Cruz; White Sox bring back Carlos (01/2021): Let's take a look at Saturday's hot stove nuggets Go to news article

Age is just a number: Over-30 MLB free agents teams shouldn't be afraid to sign (12/2020): No matter how many birthdays players like Nelson Cruz have celebrated, they can be assets for teams looking to win now. Go to news article

Cruz, Freeman winners at Players Choice Awards (10/2020): Minnesota Twins designated hitter Nelson Cruz was voted Marvin Miller Man of the Year and Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman was picked as Player of the Year in annual Players Choice award voting. Go to news article

MLB Star Power Index: In praise of Nelson Cruz and the Twins' sacred home run ro (09/2020): Who's dominating the conversation in MLB this week? Let's have a belabored and possibly tortured look Go to news article

Twins 40-year-old slugger Nelson Cruz is on a furious RBI pace (08/2020): Cruz drove home his 15th run in 11 games this season on Monday Go to news article

Nelson Cruz and the incredible gifts he's bestowed on his Dominican hometown (06/2020): First he delivered a firetruck. Then an ambulance and medical care and baseball gear and supplies. Nelson Cruz, a finalist for the Muhammad Ali Sports Humanitarian Award at The ESPYS, has made giving a way of life. Go to news article

Fantasy baseball: Veterans you can bag at a discount (02/2020): Eric Karabell gets back on the soapbox, arguing in favor of drafting proven veterans like Nelson Cruz for your fantasy baseball teams, rather than running the risk of relying on rookies. Go to news article

Twins exercise DH Cruz's $12 million option (10/2019): Nelson Cruz's $12 million option for next season has been exercised by the Minnesota Twins. Go to news article

2019 Fantasy Baseball: Nelson Cruz to the Twins | TheFantasyFix.com (01/2019): The Minnesota Twins sign free agent Nelson Cruz to a one-year deal worth $14.3 million. The Twins bolster their offense as they aim to return to the playoffs after their somewhat surprising trip there in 2017. In arguably the weakest division in baseball, where the standout Cleveland Indians are fav

Agent Bryce Dixon Talks Nelson Cruz (12/2018): What is Nelson Cruz looking for in free agency? An exclusive interview with his agent. Go to news article

With Nelson Cruz gone, Orioles designated for flexibility (04/2015): Quiz him about his team's versatility, and Orioles manager Buck Showalter quickly rattles off the names of players on his potential 25-man roster who can play multiple positions adequately.

Yovani Gallardo allowed three-run homers to Nelson Cruz and Kyle Seager, and the (03/2015): Seager, Cruz homer against Texas in Mariners' win Go to news article

Nelson Cruz isn't concerned about hitting at spacious Safeco Field (02/2015): The Mariners gave major league home run champion Nelson Cruz a four-year, $57-million deal in hopes of upgrading their lineup. Go to news article

Mariners finally get righthanded power bat with Nelson Cruz signing (01/2015): The Mariners finally have a righthanded power hitter, signing Nelson Cruz to a four-year, $57 million deal. But can his bat overcome his flaws and age?

Nelson Cruz takes well-worn path to Mariners (12/2014): Newest Mariner has used his work ethic to battle through eight seasons in the minors in the Dominican Republic and the United States and 10 more in the majors to become a power-hitting all-star.

SweetSpot TV: Nelson Cruz (11/2014): Visit ESPN.com for the complete story.

Buck Showalter On Bringing Nelson Cruz Back & More Orioles News (10/2014): Buck Showalter is the Manager of the Baltimore Orioles and he joined Ed and Steve to talk about the Orioles off-season. Go to news article

Orioles' Nelson Cruz says he didn't expect 40 home runs this year (09/2014): NEW YORK -- Nelson Cruz said Wednesday that he didn’t expect to hit 40 home runs before the season began, adding that staying healthy has been the key to having a career year at age 34.

Nelson Cruz interested in an extension with the Orioles (08/2014): Nelson Cruz, the major league leader in home runs with 34, is interested in signing a contract extension with the Orioles.

Fans set aside Biogenesis scandal, make Orioles’ Nelson Cruz an all-star (07/2014): Orioles fans showed their support for Nelson Cruz by voting him into the All-Star Game in spite of his past.

Nelson Cruz, Melky Cabrera and the silent majority (06/2014): Nelson Cruz could be elected to the All-Star Game. Melky Cabrera and Ryan Braun, too. Shouldn't the public be more upset about this? Go to news article

David Pincus: Fantasy baseball news: Nelson Cruz keeps on raking (05/2014): Nelson Cruz keeps on raking; more fantasy baseball news and notes on Joe Nathan, Homer Bailey, Gavin Floyd, Tim Lincecum and more.

Orioles notes: MLB's transfer rule is changing, Nelson Cruz, cameras (04/2014): The dubious interpretation of the transfer rule -- possibly the biggest controversy that has come out of baseball's new replay system -- will be changed starting Friday, according to a Fox report.

American League roundup: Nelson Cruz hits HR in Orioles debut to top Red Sox (03/2014): Nelson Cruz celebrated his Orioles debut by hitting a tiebreaking home run in the seventh inning, and Baltimore beat Jon Lester and the defending World Series champion Boston Red Sox, 2-1, Monday before an appreciative sellout crowd on Opening Day.

Nelson Cruz says 'I want to be in the fire right away' (02/2014): Nelson Cruz will see game action with the Orioles for the first time Thursday. He's hitting ninth because Orioles manager Buck Showater wrote the lineups for the intrasquad game in reverse alphabetical order.        

At any price, Nelson Cruz makes no sense for Tigers (01/2014): Cruz, the former Texas Rangers slugger, might not actually make the Tigers better, because he's become just such a one-dimensional player who now finds himself out of step with the rest of the Tigers roster.

Nelson Cruz leaving a ‘lot of good memories’ for Rangers (12/2013): The addition of Shin-Soo Choo signals the end of the slugger’s time with Texas.

Nelson Cruz rumors: Free-agent OF seeking 4-year, $75 million contract (11/2013): Cruz has already been linked to several clubs this winter--including the Seattle Mariners , New York Mets , Oakland thletics and New York Rangers --but it's unclear how much each team is willing to dole out for a 33-year-old outfielder coming off a drug suspension.

FA Countdown: No. 13 Nelson Cruz (10/2013): A countdown of MLB's top 20 free agents this offseason. Go to news article

Nelson Cruz in Rangers' lineup for tiebreaker (09/2013): The suspense, if there really was any, is over. Nelson Cruz will be in the Rangers' lineup for the Monday tiebreaker with Tampa Bay to determine second wild-card team in the American League. Promote to Mobile 0 read more Go to news article

Nelson Cruz apologizes for suspension, could join Rangers in playoffs (08/2013): Loading... "I want to apologize to the fans, the Texas Rangers organization and all of Major League Baseball for the mistake I made," Cruz said, via MLB.com . "I apologize to my family. There have been a lot of people and fans behind me.

Nelson Cruz returns to Texas Rangers lineup, hitting third (07/2013): All-Star outfielder Nelson Cruz is back in the Texas Rangers' lineup for Saturday's game against Baltimore.

Nelson Cruz homers to lift Texas Rangers past the New York Yankees, plus more AL (06/2013): Nelson Cruz homered and the Texas Rangers got consecutive two-run doubles from Adrian Beltre and A.J. Pierzynski in an 8-5 victory over the New York Yankees on Wednesday night.

Grant: Why Nelson Cruz is more like the Texas weather than any other Ranger (05/2013): Click here to read Evan Grant's entire column

Rangers notes: Nelson Cruz riding one of those hot streaks (04/2013): Nelson Cruz has RBIs in five straight games.

Nelson Cruz returns to Texas Rangers lineup, will play in WBC (03/2013): Thursday night was a scary one for Nelson Cruz , who felt pressure in his chest and went to an area h

Nelson Cruz shocked name linked to performance enhancing drugs (02/2013): Texas Rangers slugger Nelson Cruz addresses allegations tying his name to a Florida clinic accused of peddling performance enhancing drugs.

Attorneys deny Nelson Cruz connected with drug clinic (01/2013): The report of the right fielder's involvement with PEDs is false, they say.

Rangers notes: Nelson Cruz hopes to heat up (09/2012): Notes

Nelson Cruz' homer lifts Rangers over Blue Jays (08/2012): TORONTO - The Texas Rangers felt confident their bullpen would bail them out.

Nelson Cruz's HR helps Rangers beat Angels 7-3 (06/2012): ANAHEIM, Calif. - The Angels sent Dan Haren to the mound, looking for a sweep of the Texas Rangers hoping to trim...

Nelson Cruz hits grand slam, drives in 8 runs to help Rangers beat Blue Jays 14- (05/2012): ARLINGTON, Texas - Nelson Cruz helped the Texas Rangers bust out of their offensive funk in a big way.

Texas Rangers and Nelson Cruz agree to contract (02/2012): Nelson Cruz seems to be a perfect fit for the Texas Rangers with his potent bat and big personality. With hopes of staying together even longer, A.L. championship series MVP Cruz and two-time defending A.L. champion Texas avoided arbitration by agreeing Thursday to a $16 million, two-year contract.

Nelson Cruz' journey to the majors was walked with family (10/2011): In the Dominican Republic, baseball isn't just a game; it's practically a religion. The impoverished country is the birthplace of Texas Rangers' outfielder Nelson Cruz. News 8 visited the house Cruz grew up in and met the slugger's family.

Texas Rangers slugger Nelson Cruz is expected to miss about 3 weeks | Baseball (08/2011): Texas Rangers slugger Nelson Cruz is expected to miss about three weeks with a hamstring injury.

Nelson Cruz drives in career-high eight runs in blowout win over Blue Jays (07/2011): Nelson Cruz busted out of his recent slump in grand fashion last night, driving in a career-high eight runs in a 12-2 rout over the Blue Jays. Cruz went a perfect 4-for-4 on the night. He had an RBI double in the bottom of the second inning, slugged a three-run homer in the fourth and…

Oakland A's notebook: Texas Rangers bats plenty potent, even without Josh Hamilt (05/2011): Rangers are plenty potent without Hamilton, CruzKANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Josh Hamilton and Nelson Cruz are both injured, so neither will be in the Texas Rangers' lineup during their three-game series with the A's.

Baseball: Texas Rangers' Nelson Cruz has homers in first four games (04/2011): The right fielder joins Willie Mays and Mark McGwire as the only major leaguers to hit a homer in each of their first four games of a season