The budding superstar is already among baseball’s most exciting talents but one thing De La Cruz hasn’t done so far: compete in MLB’s Home Run Derby.

At the end of the night, De La Cruz was leaning back in his chair at his locker looking like he had just participated in the derby himself. How would De La Cruz evaluate his performance as a coach?

Jul 11, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) runs to third after hitting a triple in the third inning against the Colorado Rockies at Great American Ball Park.

Ken Griffey Jr. on Reds shortstop and National League All-Star reserve Elly De La Cruz: "The fun part is when he gets on base." ...

Cincinnati Reds teammates marvel at All-Star Elly De La Cruz's ability to focus and perform during a time of grief for close-knit family.

Reds Superstar Elly De La Cruz Joins Elite Company With Historic First HalfElly De La Cruz scored 72 runs in the first half of the season.