Nelson Cruz Appointed MLB Special Adviser for Baseball Operations

The seven-time All-Star will focus on Latin American player relations and development, particularly in the Dominican Republic.

Nelson Cruz will serve as a liaison between MLB and players in Latin American countries.
Cruz's extensive MLB career includes 464 home runs and a .274 batting average over 19 seasons.
He was honored with the Roberto Clemente Award for his humanitarian efforts in the Dominican Republic.
Cruz aims to improve player relations and address issues affecting the sport.
He previously managed the Dominican Republic team in the 2023 World Baseball Classic.