VIDEO: Royals' Cueto fools Mariners' Cruz with crazy windup

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With the possibility of clinching the American League Central in the sights of the Kansas City Royals, Johnny Cueto was pulling out all the stops.

The right-hander used a unique shimmy windup to fool Seattle Mariners slugger Nelson Cruz on Thursday.

(Courtesy: MLB.com)

Cueto has been less than exceptional for the Royals since being acquired via trade from the Cincinnati Reds, posting a 5.12 ERA in 10 starts. Perhaps this new move will enhance his repertoire and put him back into a groove.

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