Elly De La Cruz Stats & Bio | Reds Shortstop

About Elly De La Cruz

Elly De La Cruz is the electric shortstop for the Cincinnati Reds, wearing number 44 with a presence that commands attention at 6'5" and 200 pounds. Born on January 11, 2002, in Sabana Grande de Boya, Dominican Republic, De La Cruz skipped the traditional college path and instead developed his exceptional tools through professional development, rising rapidly through the Reds' system. His combination of elite athleticism, plus arm strength, and explosive speed makes him one of the most dynamic young players in baseball today. While his recent stretch has shown a .172 batting average with 1 home run and 3 RBIs over 10 games, De La Cruz possesses the raw talent and upside that keeps scouts and fans alike believing his best baseball is still very much ahead of him.

Updated: Mar 22, 2026

Career Info

Team

Reds

League

MLB

Born

2002-01-11

Birthplace

Sabana Grande de Boya, Dominican Republic

Elly De La Cruz Career Stats by Season


2026 Season	143	559	99	158	30	5	30	79	72	175
2026 Regular	142	555	99	157	30	5	30	79	72	173

Elly De La Cruz – Stats

Elly De La Cruz Career Stats by Season

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Elly De La Cruz Career Stats by Season

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