“That’s about as dynamic as an athlete as you can get in baseball” – Gavin Lux on Elly De La Cruz and joining Reds’ young core

New Cincinnati Reds star Gavin Lux shared his excitement about playing alongside Elly De La Cruz (Photo Source: IMAGN)

Elly De La Cruz has been one of the most exciting players in baseball since making his MLB debut in 2023. Even though there are still some areas of his game that need to be improved, the Cincinnati Reds shortstop's combination of power and speed has quickly made him must-watch television.

The 22-year-old took a major step forward in 2024, not only earning the first All-Star selection of his career but also finishing inside the top 10 in terms of National League MVP voting. Last year, De La Cruz posted a .254 batting average with 25 home runs, 76 RBIs and a whopping 67 stolen bases.