Cincinnati Reds Shortstop Elly De La Cruz Makes History

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Sep 10, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) slides in to third base for a stolen base against the St. Louis Cardinals during the first inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images / Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds star Elly De La Cruz made MLB history tonight against the Pittsburgh Pirates, becoming the first player ever to record at least 100 stolen bases and 30 home runs in his first two seasons.

De La Cruz's combination of speed and power is rare, marking him as one of the most electrifying young players in the league and solidifying his place among the most exciting talents in baseball.

With a steal tonight against the Pirates, Elly De La Cruz of the @Reds became the first player in MLB history to have at least 100 stolen bases and 30 home runs over his first two seasons in the majors. pic.twitter.com/nxBJb2uhOa

— OptaSTATS (@OptaSTATS) September 20, 2024

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