This article was originally published on www.si.com as Elly De La Cruz, Shohei Ohtani Go Viral With Special Moment During Dodgers-Reds Game.

Cincinnati Reds teammates marvel at All-Star Elly De La Cruz's ability to focus and perform during a time of grief for close-knit family.

Cincinnati Reds LHP Andrew Abbott pitched a 1-2-3 sixth inning, and Elly De La Cruz went 0-for-2 as the duo soaked in the MLB All-Star Game vibe.

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CINCINNATI — Elly De La Cruz in an All-Star. The 22-year-old shortstop is the Reds' lone representative in this year's All-Star Game. De La Cruz has posted a .247 batting average with 15 home ...

“Elly. Elly! Elly, PLEASE!” screamed the throng of youngsters, almost all of them clad in Braves caps yet some of them sporting the No. 44 jersey worn by one of the game’s most dynamic talents.

Elly De La Cruz might be known for his speed, but his style is also worth mentioning. Here's what he wore to the All-Star Game red carpet.

May 19, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) runs to second base with an RBI double against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the eighth inning at PNC Park.