Elly De La Cruz Sets Multiple MLB Records

Elly De La Cruz hit a three-run homer and led the Cincinnati Reds to a 7-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. De La Cruz achieved several milestones, becoming the first shortstop in MLB history with 25 home runs and 65 stolen bases in a single season, and joining Vince Coleman and Rickey Henderson as one of three players to steal 100 bases in their first two seasons. Despite his historic performance, the Reds are 75-80 and have been eliminated from postseason contention. De La Cruz has a .260 batting average, 24 home runs, and 70 RBIs this season but also leads the league in strikeouts. His achievements place him among Reds greats like Joe Morgan and Eric Davis. Rookie pitcher Rhett Lowder contributed to the win with a strong performance, maintaining a 1.40 ERA through five starts.