Elly De La Cruz Extends Home Run Streak to Five Games

Cincinnati Reds superstar Elly De La Cruz is currently in the midst of his most productive stretch of the 2026 season, extending his home run streak to five consecutive games. In Wednesday's 14-1 loss to the Dodgers, De La Cruz went 1-for-3 with a solo home run. Analysts note he is playing the best baseball of his career, remaining a vital cornerstone of the Reds' lineup and a central figure in the team's offensive production.