Elly De La Cruz, baseball player, 2023

Elly De La Cruz

Active Player

Born: 1/11/2002 in Sabana Grande de Boya, Monte Plata, D.R.

MLB Debut: 2023-06-06

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'5" | Weight: 200 lbs

Full name: Elly Antonio De La Cruz

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Biography

Elly De La Cruz is a dynamic position player who has made significant strides in Major League Baseball since his debut on June 6, 2023. Born in 2002, De La Cruz quickly establishes himself as a powerful force on the field, showcasing a blend of speed and hitting prowess that captivates fans and analysts alike. Over the course of 420 games, he accumulates 417 hits, including 60 home runs and 206 RBIs, while maintaining a batting average of .255. His agility is highlighted by his impressive total of 139 stolen bases, reflecting a playing style that emphasizes both power and speed. As an active player, De La Cruz's impact on the game continues to grow, marked by his selection as an All-Star in his burgeoning career. He plays during a period characterized by advanced analytics and an emphasis on athleticism, positioning himself as a key contributor to his team's success. With his combination of raw talent and an evolving skill set, Elly De La Cruz is poised to leave a lasting mark on the sport as he continues to develop and excel in the major leagues.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
443 1727 292 441 87 24 66 219 144 181 573 0.255 0.329 0.448 0.777 2469.5

Career AVG .255 vs. league average .245 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career OBP .329 vs. league average .316 across their career seasons — near league average.

Career SLG .448 vs. league average .405 across their career seasons — +10.7% above league average.

Career OPS 0.777 vs. league average 0.721 across their career seasons — +7.8% above league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year Team Lg G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG Lg AVG Lg OBP Lg SLG Lg OPS PIV
2023 CIN NL 98 388 67 91 15 7 13 44 35 35 144 0.235 .248 (-6%) .320 (-6%) .414 (-1%) .734 (-3%) -304.9
2024 CIN NL 160 618 105 160 36 10 25 76 67 69 218 0.259 .243 (+6%) .312 (+8%) .399 (+18%) .711 (+14%) 1716.6
2025 CIN NL 162 629 102 166 31 7 22 86 37 67 181 0.264 .245 (+8%) .314 (+7%) .403 (+9%) .718 (+8%) 1057.8
2026 CIN NL 23 92 18 24 5 0 6 13 5 10 30 0.261 .239 (+9%) .321 (+4%) .385 (+33%) .707 (+19%) 0

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2 6 1 0 0 0 0 2 2 4 0.000

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
2025 NLWC1 CIN 2 6 1 0 0 0 0 2 2 4 0.000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
3B 32 29 25 47 1 5
SS 387 382 574 854 68 169

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year Team Pos G GS PO A E DP
2023 CIN 3B 32 29 25 47 1 5
2023 CIN SS 69 66 110 154 13 30
2024 CIN SS 160 159 247 360 29 70
2025 CIN SS 158 157 217 340 26 69

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Third Base 32
Shortstop 387
Designated Hitter 5

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
2023 Player of the Week Week of 2023-06-24

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
2025 Most Valuable Player NL 23th 1.0 420 0
2024 Most Valuable Player NL 8th 89.0 420 0
2023 Rookie of the Year NL 7th 1.0 150 0