Oneil Cruz is a talented Dominican professional baseball player who played college baseball for the Pittsburgh Pirates of Major League Baseball (MLB). On October 2, 2021, he was first promoted to the active roster for the Pittsburgh Pirates team and made his MLB debut.
With an impressive track record and a bright future ahead, Cruz has already made a name for himself in the league. Known for his athleticism, speed, and powerful hitting, he has earned the respect and admiration of fans and teammates alike.
As he continues to hone his skills and develop his game, there is no doubt that Cruz will become one of the top players in the league. With a passion for the sport and a commitment to excellence, he is sure to make a lasting impact on the world of baseball.
Early life
Oneil Cruz was born on October 4th, 1998 in Nizao, Dominican Republic making him 24 years old as of 2023. His father’s name is Rafael Cruz and his mother’s name is not published on the internet. Oneil Cruz’s father was also an athlete and played in the minor league. His father likes former baseball right fielder Paul O’Neill, so he kept his son’s name, Oneil. In the family, he has two siblings and cousins. As for education, Oneil graduated from school with good grades, but he has never published his high school information on the internet.
Oneil Cruz career
Oneil began his career as a Dominican baseball player. In 2016, he made his first professional appearance with the DSL Dodgers 1. At that time, he played 55 games and batted .294 with 23 RBIs. In 2017, he played 89 games for the Great Lakes Loons. In July 2017, he and Angel German were traded to the Pirates in exchange for player Tony Watson.
He played for the West Virginia Power of the South Atlantic League. Oneil Cruz hit .286 with 14 home runs and 59 RBIs in 103 games. He also received South Atlantic League All-Star honors.
He played for the Gulf Coast Pirates and batted .600, a double in three games. Cruz played 35 games in the Florida State League with the Bradenton Marauders, hitting .301, seven home runs with 16 RBI. He also received South Atlantic League All-Star honors. Oneil was then promoted to the Double-A Altoona Curve where he hit a .269, home run, with 17 RBI in 35 games.
He played for the Triple-A Indianapolis Indians and fought. 524, 5 home runs, 7 RBI in 6 games. With the Eastern League of Altoona Curve, he played in 62 games, hitting .292, 12 home runs, 40 RBI, and 15 doubles. He played two games for the Pittsburgh Pirates of the 2021 National League and had a .333 batting average with a home run and 3 RBI.
He played for the Triple-A Indianapolis Indians and fought. 232, 9 homers, seven doubles, 35 RBI in 55 games. In the 2022 MLB National League, he played 87 games for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He hit .233, 17 home runs, 54 RBI, and 13 doubles.
Oneil Cruz Biography | |
|---|---|
| Real name | Oneil Cruz |
| birth date | October 4, 1998 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 24 years |
| Place of birth | Niceo, Dominican Republic |
| Profession | baseball player |
| University | – |
| qualification | graduate |
Physical Statistics | |
| Height | in feet inches – 6 feet 7 inches – in centimeters – 201 cm |
| Weight | in kilograms – 99kg – in pounds – 220 pounds |
| Hair color | Black |
| eye color | Black |
Oneil Cruz Family | |
| Father | Rafael Cruz |
| Mother | – |
| Sister | – |
| Brother | Paul O’Neill, Rafael Jr. |
relationship status | |
| Marital status | Married |
| affair | NO |
| Who is Oneil Cruz’s wife? | arias |
Personal life
Oneil Cruz is a happily married man and his wife is Arias (Instagram username – arias_lovely25). Oneil’s wife Arias is an extremely supportive and empathetic partner who stands by him in all important decisions. She professionally manages the health and beauty products of Lovely Arias (Instagram – _lovely_beauty shop). Together, the couple have two sons named Oneil Jr. and Owen. The couple prefers to keep their personal life confidential. They are currently enjoying their privacy, relationship and parenting phase.
Deadly accident
Oneil Cruz was involved in a fatal car accident in the Dominican Republic. On September 22, 2020, three people were killed. Oneil’s jeep collided with a motorcycle that was carrying three people without lights and traveling in the same direction as him, resulting in their deaths. Oneil survived the fatal accident without serious injuries. He later recovered from his surgically repaired broken ankle.
Oneil Cruz social media
Oneil is active on social media platforms. As of April 20, 2023, he has verified his Instagram account with the username @.oneilcruz_04. His Instagram account has 150,000 followers. He has 3,347 followers on his account @OneilCruz4 Twitter account.
Oneil Cruz net worth
Originally from the Dominican Republic, Oneil is a professional baseball player. He plays at a shortstop position for the Pittsburgh Pirates and wears jersey number 15. His primary income comes from his baseball career and his contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates. In July 2015, he signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers for a $950,000 contract bonus. In 2023, Oneil accumulated an estimated net worth of $3 million.