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

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.