Nelson Cruz received the response he hoped for and definitely deserved in his return to Seattle on Thursday night. But it could be even better over the next three games at T-Mobile Park if he gets to step in the batter’s box.
After four outstanding seasons with the Mariners, Cruz returned to Seattle for the first time, wearing a Minnesota Twins uniform.
Unfortunately, a wrist injury kept him out of the starting lineup for the series opener so he didn’t get the chance to be announced before an at-bat for the typical return greeting from fans. Instead, the Mariners played their video tribute to him after the first inning with a welcome-back message.