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Karl Rasmussen

Elly De La Cruz Prevents Reds Fielding Error With Sensational Throw to First

The Reds’ infield combined for one of the strangest putouts of the season on Monday, with a bullet of a throw from shortstop Elly De La Cruz capping off what was a wild play for the defense.

Mariners’ Ty France hit a ground ball back towards the pitchers mound, which deflected off pitcher Michael Mariot resulting in a difficult play for second baseman Spencer Steer.

After the ball ate up Steer in front of second base, De La Cruz was in perfect position as a backup, and was successfully able to make the play and rifle the ball to first base to beat France by a step.

The ruling on the play was a 1-4-6-3 putout, as the defensive teamwork displayed by Cincinnati helped them record the inning’s first out.

De La Cruz’s incredible arm strength has been on display all season. The 21-year-old has made a bevy of jaw-dropping plays at the shortstop position this season. Monday’s instance was no different, as his strong arm helped secure an out on an extremely difficult play. 

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