Jul 16, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; National League shortstop Elly De La Cruz of the Cincinnati Reds (44) hits a single against the American League during the seventh inning of the 2024 MLB All-Star game at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Superstar Infielder Earns Second All-Star Selection

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By Greg Kuffner | Last updated Jul 6, 2025 5:31 PM ET

Cincinnati Reds superstar infielder Elly De La Cruz earned his second career All-Star selection on Sunday.

De La Cruz has now been named an All-Star in back-to-back seasons. He was the only Reds player selected.

The 23-year-old is slashing .277/.349/.487 with 35 extra-base hits and 22 stolen bases this season for Cincinnati.

He has been much better against left-handed pitching this season, slashing .241/.290/.397 with five home runs batting right-handed.

"Elly is our All-Star," Reds manager Terry Francona told Charlie Goldsmith after the loss on Sunday. "I wanted it to be upbeat because it’s very much an honor for Elly. I also wanted some of the guys to know that we care. Friedl. Abbott.”

De La Cruz went 1-2 with a single in the 2024 All-Star Game. The American League All-Stars beat the National League All-Stars 5-3.

The 2025 All-Star game will be played at Truist Park in Atlanta, Georgia on July 15.

You can see Goldsmith's full tweet below:

Terry Francona announced the Reds’ All-Star to the media postgame.

“Elly is our All-Star. I wanted it to be upbeat because it’s very much an honor for Elly. I also wanted some of the guys to know that we care. Friedl. Abbott.”

“I want them to know that I love this team. I…
— Charlie Goldsmith (@CharlieG__) July 6, 2025