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Elly De La Cruz Hits Emotional Home Run After Learning About Sister Genelis' Death
NEED TO KNOW Elly De La Cruz's older sister, Genelis, died on Saturday, May 31, according to media reports The 23-year-old Reds shortstop asked manager Terry Francona to still let him play Sunday's game against the Chicago Cubs De La Cruz then hit a home run during the game, honoring his sister as he crossed home plate Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz paid tribute to his older sister, Genelis, the best way he knew how on Sunday, June 1, launching one of the most emotional and memorable home runs of his career. Advertisement The 23-year-old insisted on playing Sunday against the Chicago Cubs, according to Cincinnati manager Terry Francona, who told reporters after the game that he and De La Cruz's teammates told him 'we will support whatever he needs to do,' and ESPN reported. De La Cruz took the field with his sister's name etched into his hat and 'RIP Manita' written on his right shoe, using the Spanish slang word for 'sister.' The shortstop appeared to take a moment to collect himself before his first at-bat, hitting a single into right field to kick off an unforgettable game. Geoff Stellfox/Getty Elly De La Cruz at Wrigley Field in Chicago in June 1, 2025 Elly De La Cruz at Wrigley Field in Chicago in June 1, 2025 Then in the sixth inning, De La Cruz sent a rocket of a home run flying out to right field and patted his chest as he rounded the bases. When the shortstop approached home, he pointed to the sky and made a heart symbol with his hands as he stepped on the plate. Advertisement "He hit it like 150 million miles per hour through the wind,' Cubs pitcher James Taillon said about the emotionally charged home run, according to Considered one of the league's premier players, De La Cruz finished the game with two RBIs on those two hits and a walk. The sixth-inning home run was the 50th of his career and perhaps one of his most cherished, coming less than 24 hours after learning about his sister's death in the Dominican Republic. Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Geoff Stellfox/Getty Elly De La Cruz at Wrigley Field in Chicago on June 1, 2025 Elly De La Cruz at Wrigley Field in Chicago on June 1, 2025 Citing local media reports, the Associated Press and Sports Illustrated reported that Genelis De La Cruz died on Saturday after an extended battle with her health. Her cause of death was not made clear in the reports. Advertisement Genelis, a mother of two, is one of Elly's eight older siblings, according to The New York Times. Francona told reporters after the game that De La Cruz 'takes so much pride in being available' for the team and noted how that was on display Sunday. 'For a kid that's that young, that's an admirable trait,' the veteran MLB manager said, recognizing the gravity of De La Cruz's situation. "We care so much about playing a game and winning, but in a hurry you're reminded of what's really important," Francona added, according to the AP. "So I think everybody kind of kept their head on a swivel with him today, just trying to take care of him." Read the original article on People
Yahoo
a day ago
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Elly De La Cruz Hits Emotional Home Run After Learning About Sister Genelis' Death
NEED TO KNOW Elly De La Cruz's older sister, Genelis, died on Saturday, May 31, according to media reports The 23-year-old Reds shortstop asked manager Terry Francona to still let him play Sunday's game against the Chicago Cubs De La Cruz then hit a home run during the game, honoring his sister as he crossed home plate Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz paid tribute to his older sister, Genelis, the best way he knew how on Sunday, June 1, launching one of the most emotional and memorable home runs of his career. Advertisement The 23-year-old insisted on playing Sunday against the Chicago Cubs, according to Cincinnati manager Terry Francona, who told reporters after the game that he and De La Cruz's teammates told him 'we will support whatever he needs to do,' and ESPN reported. De La Cruz took the field with his sister's name etched into his hat and 'RIP Manita' written on his right shoe, using the Spanish slang word for 'sister.' The shortstop appeared to take a moment to collect himself before his first at-bat, hitting a single into right field to kick off an unforgettable game. Geoff Stellfox/Getty Elly De La Cruz at Wrigley Field in Chicago in June 1, 2025 Elly De La Cruz at Wrigley Field in Chicago in June 1, 2025 Then in the sixth inning, De La Cruz sent a rocket of a home run flying out to right field and patted his chest as he rounded the bases. When the shortstop approached home, he pointed to the sky and made a heart symbol with his hands as he stepped on the plate. Advertisement "He hit it like 150 million miles per hour through the wind,' Cubs pitcher James Taillon said about the emotionally charged home run, according to Considered one of the league's premier players, De La Cruz finished the game with two RBIs on those two hits and a walk. The sixth-inning home run was the 50th of his career and perhaps one of his most cherished, coming less than 24 hours after learning about his sister's death in the Dominican Republic. Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Geoff Stellfox/Getty Elly De La Cruz at Wrigley Field in Chicago on June 1, 2025 Elly De La Cruz at Wrigley Field in Chicago on June 1, 2025 Citing local media reports, the Associated Press and Sports Illustrated reported that Genelis De La Cruz died on Saturday after an extended battle with her health. Her cause of death was not made clear in the reports. Advertisement Genelis, a mother of two, is one of Elly's eight older siblings, according to The New York Times. Francona told reporters after the game that De La Cruz 'takes so much pride in being available' for the team and noted how that was on display Sunday. 'For a kid that's that young, that's an admirable trait,' the veteran MLB manager said, recognizing the gravity of De La Cruz's situation. "We care so much about playing a game and winning, but in a hurry you're reminded of what's really important," Francona added, according to the AP. "So I think everybody kind of kept their head on a swivel with him today, just trying to take care of him." Read the original article on People
NBC Sports
2 days ago
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Reds star Elly De La Cruz homers after learning of the death of his sister
Tim Kurkjian joins the Dan Le Batard Show to discuss the analytics that shape the MLB in 2025, breaking down how baseball has changed and evolved throughout the years. CHICAGO (AP) — Cincinnati Reds star Elly De La Cruz played with a heavy heart on Sunday. That's what he wanted to do after learning of the death of his sister, Genelis. De La Cruz hit a two-run homer and scored two runs in Cincinnati's 7-3 loss to the Chicago Cubs. Manager Terry Francona said the 23-year-old shortstop insisted he wanted to play in the finale of the weekend series, and the team was going to support him. 'He takes so much pride in being available,' Francona said. 'Guys like that, Carlos Santana in Cleveland was very similar, and for a kid that's that young, that's an admirable trait.' Z101 Digital in the Dominican Republic reported that Genelis died Saturday after dealing with health problems for some time. De La Cruz declined to speak with the media. The Reds also declined to offer any details on the situation, citing De La Cruz's wishes. 'We care so much about playing a game and winning, but in a hurry you're reminded of what's really important,' Francona said. 'So I think everybody kind of kept their head on a swivel with him today, just trying to take care of him.' De La Cruz singled in the first and flied out in the fourth. He connected for his 12th homer in the sixth and walked and scored on Tyler Stephenson's sacrifice fly in the ninth. De La Cruz's 50th career homer was a towering drive down the line in right. The estimated distance was 423 feet with an exit velocity of 117.4 mph. As he took his final steps toward the plate, De La Cruz patted his chest, pointed to the sky and clapped. After touching home, he made a heart with his hands.
Hamilton Spectator
7 days ago
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- Hamilton Spectator
De La Cruz hits 2 long homers, Singer sharp against former team, Reds top Royals 7-2
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Elly De La Cruz hit two long home runs, Brady Singer pitched seven strong innings against his former team and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Kansas City Royals 7-2 on Tuesday night. De La Cruz hit a 436-foot shot to center in the fourth inning that tied the score at 2 against Jonathan Bowlan, then a go-ahead 451-foot drive into the right-center fountain in the sixth off Taylor Clarke (1-1). De La Cruz has 11 home runs this season. He tied Pete Rose's team record for switch-hitters with five multihomer games, including two this year. Singer (6-3), acquired from the Royals in November, allowed two runs and seven singles. Tyler Stephenson homered in the second, but Kyle Isbel and Jonathan India had RBI single in the bottom half. Key moment TJ Friedl singled to lead off the eighth inning and scored from first on an infield squibber. Pitcher John Schreiber's rushed throw bounced into right field for an error. De La Cruz was walked intentionally before Schreiber walked Stephenson and Spencer Steer. Key stat Singer retired 14 of his last 16 batters and matched his season high for innings. Up next Reds RHP Hunter Greene (4-2, 2.54 ERA) and Royals LHP Noah Cameron (1-1, 0.93 ERA) start Wednesday. ___ AP MLB:
Fox Sports
7 days ago
- Sport
- Fox Sports
De La Cruz hits 2 long homers, Singer sharp against former team, Reds top Royals 7-2
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Elly De La Cruz hit two long home runs, Brady Singer pitched seven strong innings against his former team and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Kansas City Royals 7-2 on Tuesday night. De La Cruz hit a 436-foot shot to center in the fourth inning that tied the score at 2 against Jonathan Bowlan, then a go-ahead 451-foot drive into the right-center fountain in the sixth off Taylor Clarke (1-1). De La Cruz has 11 home runs this season. He tied Pete Rose's team record for switch-hitters with five multihomer games, including two this year. Singer (6-3), acquired from the Royals in November, allowed two runs and seven singles. Tyler Stephenson homered in the second, but Kyle Isbel and Jonathan India had RBI single in the botton half. Key moment TJ Friedl singled to lead off the eighth inning and scored from first on an infield squibber. Pitcher John Schreiber's rushed throw bounced into right field for an error. De La Cruz was walked intentionally before Schreiber walked Stephenson and Spencer Steer. Key stat Singer retired 14 of his last 16 batters and matched his season high for innings. Up next Reds RHP Hunter Greene (4-2, 2.54 ERA) and Royals LHP Noah Cameron (1-1, 0.93 ERA) start Wednesday. ___ AP MLB: recommended
