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Elly De La Cruz

Elly De La Cruz

SS - Cincinnati Reds

Age: 23Bats: BThrows: RCountry: DOM

2025 Outlook

Draft Rank (ECR) H #4
Best / Worst #3 / #18
ADP #10

Roster %

 
Yahoo
99%
 
ESPN
100%

Eligibility

Yahoo SS
ESPN SS
CBS SS

Availability



Elly De La Cruz has quiet day at Wrigley

Elly De La Cruz went 1-for-4 with a double in the Reds' 1-0 loss to the Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

Despite this subdued performance, De La Cruz's season remains impressive, particularly for a player in his early career stages. His ability to rack up extra-base hits is evident with 36 doubles and 25 homers on the year. However, his high strikeout rate continues to be a concern, potentially capping his batting average potential. Fantasy managers should value his speed and power combination but be wary of the batting average and strikeout liability. His performance in high-pressure games down the stretch will be crucial for those in playoff contention in fantasy leagues.

Chris Schommer19 weeks ago
Elly De La Cruz powers Reds past Pirates, 7-1

Elly De La Cruz shined in the Reds' dominant 7-1 victory over the Pirates, going 3-for-5 with a home run, a double, two runs scored, and four RBI.

Fantasy Impact

This performance underscores his growing role as a key offensive contributor for Cincinnati. De La Cruz's power-speed combo has been on full display throughout the season, with 25 homers and 65 stolen bases, marking him as one of the elite fantasy assets in the league. Despite a high strikeout rate, his ability to impact the game across multiple categories can't be ignored. Fantasy managers should continue to ride his hot streak while being mindful of the potential for high variance in his performances due to the strikeouts.

Chris Schommer20 weeks ago
Elly De La Cruz shows speed in Reds’ victory

Elly De La Cruz went 1-for-4 with two runs scored and a stolen base in the Reds' 8-3 win over the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

Despite a modest hit count in this game, De La Cruz's ability to score and swipe bases highlighted his ongoing contribution to the Reds' lineup. His season-long performance, marked by a .260 average and impressive totals in runs (102) and stolen bases (65), underscores his value as a dynamic fantasy asset, particularly in categories of speed and run production. However, his high strikeout rate remains a concern, potentially impacting his batting average and on-base opportunities. Fantasy managers should continue to leverage his speed while monitoring any adjustments he makes to address strikeouts.

Chris Schommer20 weeks ago
Elly De La Cruz powers Reds past Twins, 8-4

Elly De La Cruz went 1-for-4 with a home run and four RBI in the Reds' 8-4 victory over the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

His performance was highlighted by a significant home run that helped cement the team's win. Despite a batting average of .259 over 147 games this season, De La Cruz's power numbers remain impressive, with 24 homers and 69 RBI. His ability to drive in runs and score (97 runs scored) continues to make him a valuable asset in fantasy lineups, especially combined with his speed (64 stolen bases). However, his high strikeout rate remains a concern, potentially limiting his batting average upside. Fantasy managers should continue to value his multi-category contributions, though they should be wary of the potential for batting average fluctuations.

Chris Schommer21 weeks ago
Elly De La Cruz Showcases Speed in Reds' Victory

Elly De La Cruz went 1-for-3 with a run scored and two stolen bases in the Reds' 3-0 win over the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact

Despite not driving in any runs or hitting for extra bases, De La Cruz's ability to get on base and create havoc on the basepaths was on full display, drawing two walks and striking out twice. His performance this season has been a mixed bag, highlighted by an impressive tally of 64 stolen bases and 96 runs scored, which are standout figures for fantasy managers needing speed and runs. However, his high strikeout rate of 0.305 remains a concern, potentially capping his batting average upside. Moving forward, De La Cruz remains a valuable asset in categories like stolen bases and runs, but his strikeout tendencies might limit his appeal in batting average leagues.

Jesse Garcia22 weeks ago