VIDEO: Seattle Mariners All-Star Nelson Cruz shares what Jesus means to him

Seattle Mariners outfielder Nelson Cruz is making his sixth All-Star appearance Tuesday night in Washington D.C. In his 14th season in the big leagues, Cruz has a .267 batting average with 22 home runs and 55 RBI. The Mariners have been one of the biggest surprises in the American League, jumping out to a 58-39 record at the All-Star break.

Sports Spectrum caught up with Cruz, who spoke about what Jesus means to him. He also talked about why he finds it so important for him to use his platform as a Major League Baseball player to glorify the Lord.

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