In just 16 games in Triple-A, de la Cruz has clearly demonstrated that there are three 80s on his scouting report. When it comes to raw power, his arm and his speed, he’s demonstrated that he pegs the top of the scale.
J.J. Cooper and Kyle Glaser break down the Cincinnati Reds farm system.
Reds 20-year-old shortstop Elly De La Cruz completed one of the greatest power-speed seasons ever seen in the minor leagues.
Examining three different thresholds pertaining to batting average, on-base percentage, home runs and stolen bases to identify well-rounded offensive prospects who achieved notable feats in 2022.
Elly De La Cruz was the biggest popup prospect of 2021. This season he reprised his power-speed exploits as he climbed to Double-A.
In the latest Hot Sheet podcast, Josh Norris and Geoff Pontes discuss their candidates for BA’s Minor League Player of the Year and more.
Geoff Pontes and Josh Norris talk Zavier Warren’s power surge, Elly De La Cruz’s wild home run and more.
Geoff Pontes and Josh Norris discuss the latest Hot Sheet and preview the Futures Game.
The Reds’ super prospect continued his blistering late-spring crescendo.
The 20-year-old phenom is loaded with natural talent, but knows which areas he needs to improve and was working on them this spring.
J.J. Cooper and Kyle Glaser break down the Reds farm system.
Elly De La Cruz headlines an exciting group for the Reds.
The Arizona Complex League received a late infusion of talent with the later July draft.
From 2019 international free agents making their pro debuts to full-season prospects raising their stock with extended stretches of production in July.
The Reds like everything they’ve seen from the 19-year-old Dominican third baseman, from his tools to his work ethic to his high baseball IQ.
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