De La Cruz Steals 100th Career Base in Reds' Victory Over Pirates
Cincinnati's Dominican Sensation Makes History
Luis De La Cruz reached a significant milestone in his career on Wednesday night, stealing his 100th career base in the Reds' 5-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. De La Cruz, who is just 23 years old, became the youngest player in Major League history to reach the century mark in stolen bases. He is also the first Reds player to steal 100 bases since Billy Hamilton in 2014.
Strong Performance at the Plate
In addition to his stolen base, De La Cruz also had a strong performance at the plate, going 2-for-4 with a double and two runs scored. He also drew a walk and was hit by a pitch. De La Cruz has been one of the most exciting players to watch in baseball this season, and his performance on Wednesday night was just the latest example of his potential.
Reds' Rally Powers Victory
The Reds trailed 3-1 heading into the bottom of the seventh inning, but they rallied to score four runs and take the lead. De La Cruz's stolen base came in the seventh inning, and he later scored the tying run on a single by Alejo Lopez. The Reds would go on to win the game in walk-off fashion, with Lopez driving in the winning run on a single in the ninth inning.
De La Cruz's Impact on the Reds
De La Cruz has been a spark plug for the Reds this season, and his ability to steal bases has been a major asset for the team. He is one of the fastest players in baseball, and his speed has helped the Reds create scoring opportunities and put pressure on opposing pitchers.
Looking Ahead
The Reds are now 42-60 on the season, but they are showing signs of improvement. De La Cruz is a big part of the team's future, and his performance on Wednesday night was a reminder of his potential. The Reds will look to continue their winning ways when they face the Pirates again on Thursday night.
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