Summary
The Cincinnati Reds are looking to improve their performance in the upcoming baseball season after being eliminated in the first round of the playoffs last year. Star player Elly De La Cruz is predicted to have a strong season and could be a top contender for the National League Most Valuable Player (MVP) award.
Key Facts
- The Cincinnati Reds won 83 games in 2025 but were eliminated in the first playoff round by the Los Angeles Dodgers.
- The Reds have a talented roster, including Elly De La Cruz, a standout shortstop.
- Elly De La Cruz is 24 years old and earned his second All-Star selection last season.
- In 2025, De La Cruz had a batting average of .264, hit 22 home runs, and stole 37 bases.
- Keith Law from The Athletic predicts De La Cruz might win the National League MVP award.
- Shohei Ohtani, who won the MVP award in previous years, is considered strong competition for De La Cruz.
- De La Cruz could lead the Reds back to the playoffs if he remains healthy and performs well.
