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Elly De La Cruz's impact on Reds

Country star hits a few balls in batting practice with Reds' Elly de la Cruz
A country superstar got some batting practice in with Elly de la Cruz during the MLB Speedway Classic. Tim McGraw was seen hitting a few balls with the Reds shortstop in a social media post. McGraw performed at the pregame concert for a special game between the Cincinnati Reds and Atlanta Braves at Bristol Motor Speedway August 2.
Reds' Elly De La Cruz Says 'I Don't Think About' Contract, Future MLB Free Agency
Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz has emerged as a superstar, and while he won't be a free agent until 2029, the organization would assuredly love to sign him to a long-term extension well before then.
You Won’t Believe Where Reds Superstar Elly De La Cruz’s Bat Ended Up
Late in Friday's 3-2 win over the Atlanta Braves. Reds' infielder Elly De La Cruz struck out on swinging and his bat went flying into the net. Not only did it hit the net, but the bat was struck in the net.
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Why Reds phenom Elly De La Cruz is your kid’s favorite MLB player
“Elly. Elly! Elly, PLEASE!” screamed the throng of youngsters, almost all of them clad in Braves caps yet some of them sporting the No. 44 jersey worn by one of the game’s most dynamic talents.
Reds' Elly De La Cruz Studies Warriors' Stephen Curry, 'I Play Different, Too'
Cincinnati Reds star Elly De La Cruz finds inspiration for his game from various places, including Golden State Warriors icon Stephen Curry.
Two Legendary Shortstops Praise Reds Superstar Elly De La Cruz
The Cincinnati Reds are playing on the national stage this weekend in a marquee event. The Speedway Classic takes place in Bristol Motor Speedway in Bristol, Tennessee, on FOX. A couple of former MLB superstars sang high praise for an up-and-coming superstar on the Reds.
Watch: Reds, Braves play on with Elly De La Cruz's bat hanging in GABP net
"That is going to be interesting," Barry Larkin said during the broadcast. "Can they start to play with this (bat) hanging in the net?"
Reds' Elly De La Cruz loses bat in net vs. Braves
Cincinnati Reds' Elly De La Cruz lost his bat in the net vs. the Atlanta Braves
WATCH: Elly De La Cruz tries his hand at pitching to country star Tim McGraw during Speedway Classic
The Speedway Classic did not quite live up to its lofty expectations, but that doesn't mean players still didn't make the most of it.

Cincinnati Reds Shortstop Joins Judge and Ohtani in Elite Run Production Club

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) hits a RBI single in the first inning between Cincinnati Reds and Los Angeles Dodgers at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati on July 30, 2025. / ...

De La Cruz’s clutch single lifts Reds to 6-2 win over the Rays

Elly De La Cruz hit a two-run single in the seventh inning to break open a tie game and the Cincinnati Reds went on to beat ...
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'Driving force': Cincinnati Reds All-Star Elly De La Cruz leans into ...

ATLANTA – Elly De La Cruz broke into the big leagues in 2023, wearing a locket on a chain around his neck wherever he went. The Cincinnati Reds’ dynamic rookie sometimes would show the photo ...
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Cincinnati Reds' Elly De La Cruz on brink of 20-homer, 60-steal season

Cincinnati Reds All-Star shortstop Elly De La Cruz has already done at 22 what few shortstops in the game have ever done. And he's not stopping now.

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