Overview

• New York announced Tuesday that Fernando Cruz was reinstated from the 15-day injured list and is active for the Washington series.
• He missed nearly two months with a high‑grade left oblique strain after an earlier May absence for right-shoulder inflammation.
• Before the injury he produced a 3.00 ERA with 54 strikeouts in 33 innings, powered by a swing‑and‑miss splitter.
• Since he went on the IL on June 28, Yankees relievers recorded a 5.71 ERA, highlighting the need for a dependable late‑inning arm.
• Aaron Boone praised Cruz’s importance to the staff, gaining another trusted high‑leverage option alongside recent deadline additions.