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On Tuesday, the St. Louis Cardinals made a depth signing, bringing aboard outfielder Nelson Velazquez on a minor league deal and giving him an invite to spring training.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 26

Cardinals Sign Nelson Velazquez To Minor League Deal

The Cardinals announced their group of non-roster invitees to Spring Training this evening. Corner outfielder/designated hitter Nelson Velázquez is among the group, indicating they’ve signed him to a minor league contract.

Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 28

Royals release outfielder Nelson Velazquez

The Royals released Nelson Velázquez Wednesday afternoon. The news was announced by their Triple-A affiliate in Omaha.

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Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23

Royals outright Nick Pratto, Nelson Velazquez; Phillies claim Carlos Hernandez

The Royals have cleared three spots on their 40-man roster, according to a report from Anne Rogers of MLB.com. The club placed first baseman Nick Pratto, outfielder Nelson Velazquez, and right-hander Carlos Hernandez on waivers.

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Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 24, 2024

Royals option OF Nelson Velazquez after rough start to 2024

Velázquez, now 25, was acquired from the Cubs in a deadline trade last year with reliever José Cuas going the other way. It seemed like that deal was going to work out brilliantly for the Royals, as Velázquez hit 14 home runs in 40 games after the deal last year.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / June 2, 2024

Nelson Velazquez, Royals bid to avert sweep vs. Padres

Nelson Velazquez is rediscovering his power stroke. As the Kansas City Royals bid to salvage the finale of their three-game series against the visiting San Diego Padres on Sunday afternoon, Velazquez has six homers in his last 14 games.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / May 30, 2024

Twins vs. Royals Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Thursday, May 30, 2024

The Kansas City Royals (35-22) will lean on Nelson Velazquez, following a two-homer game, to lead them in a matchup with the Minnesota Twins (30-25) on Thursday at 1:10 PM ET on BSN.

Kansas City Royals News / Field Level Media / May 29, 2024

Nelson Velazquez (2 HRs), Royals overpower Twins

Nelson Velazquez went 2-for-4 with two home runs and three RBIs and the Kansas City Royals pulled away for a 6-1 win over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday night in Minneapolis.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / May 25, 2024

Nelson Velazquez lifts Royals past Rays in 11 innings

Nelson Velazquez homered and drove in the go-ahead run with a double as the Kansas City Royals beat the Tampa Bay Rays 7-4 in 11 innings on Saturday afternoon in St.

Kansas City Royals News / Field Level Media / May 15, 2024

Royals' Nelson Velazquez looks to continue hot streak vs. Mariners

Judging by what they saw after acquiring Nelson Velazquez at the trade deadline last year, the Kansas City Royals expected big things from the outfielder this season.