Cincinnati Reds activate shortstop Elly De La Cruz
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Cincinnati, USA — The Cincinnati Reds activated shortstop Elly De La Cruz from the 10-day injured list ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers, the club announced on June 23, 2026. De La Cruz, 24, had been sidelined since May 31 with a right hamstring strain suffered while running to first base against the Atlanta Braves. His first major league injured-list stint ended a streak of 276 consecutive games, the sixth-longest by a Reds player in the expansion era. To clear roster space, the Reds optioned outfielder Will Benson to Triple-A Louisville as the team seeks to stabilize its struggling offense.
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Timeline
- Jul 30, 2024 De La Cruz consecutive games begin
- 2024-2026 De La Cruz plays every game
- May 31, 2026 Suffers right hamstring strain
- Early Jun 2026 Placed on 10-day injured list
- Jun 1-22, 2026 Reds go 7-12 without him
- Jun 23, 2026 Reds announce roster move
- Today Activated for game versus Brewers
Why it matters
De La Cruz's return could boost the Reds' offense, which has been struggling. If you're a Reds fan, this could mean more exciting games ahead. If you're into fantasy baseball, consider adding De La Cruz back to your lineup.
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