There aren’t many MLB stars who are easier to roof for than Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz. He just exudes a love for the game that is clear whenever he speaks.
And on Monday, he got a chance to meet his favorite player … Derek Jeter.
De La Cruz joined the Fox pregame show during MLB All-Star workouts in Arlington. He was asked about the players who inspired him growing up, and that was when he said that he was always a fan of Jeter. He said so with Jeter sitting a few feet away from him.
It’s safe to say that the reaction could not have been more wholesome.
"I grew up as a Jeter fan. He was my favorite player growing up."
A wholesome moment between Elly De La Cruz and Derek Jeter 🥹🫶 pic.twitter.com/CiHX7U0RHC
— FOX Sports: MLB (@MLBONFOX) July 15, 2024
De La Cruz said, “It’s a pleasure to meet you.” And then reached out to shake Jeter’s hand.
There was something so cool about that moment, and it gave MLB fans just another reason to root for Elly.
This was how Twitter/X reacted
I like Elly, but now I LOVE Elly. 💙 https://t.co/F9fE2YMpYY
— MissLyss⚾️❤️ (@alyssapaige25) July 15, 2024
Elly is one of my favorite non-Guards players he’s such a sweet angel 😭 https://t.co/YPldTsq39S
— kalee ✦ (@kaleenicolexo) July 15, 2024
This is awesome. Elly is so respectful, and now I want him as my shortstop. 🤷🏽♂️#RepBx https://t.co/w6lwc8Qpk4
— Tio Los (@SaltNPeppaPapi_) July 15, 2024
Elly most likeable guy in baseball https://t.co/hbFyLHVapC
— Ricky 🍃 (@SurtainEra) July 15, 2024
Your favorite player's favorite player https://t.co/ZbVsfu2jXh
— Anthony Nash (@_anthonynash) July 15, 2024
This is absolutely awesome https://t.co/vMey8aqRGO
— Jdab (@JDabz87) July 15, 2024
I love Elly man. https://t.co/ZhKRjtBylg
— Josh Silverberg (@JoshSilverberg) July 15, 2024
Elly out here living my dream🥲 https://t.co/NLqdtWwjya
— Amerjaljouli (@ajalltheway12) July 15, 2024
