Cincinnati Reds eliminated from postseason despite De La Cruz homer

The Cincinnati Reds were eliminated from postseason contention after falling 4-1 to the Los Angeles Dodgers on September 14, 2026. Elly De La Cruz hit a solo home run in the ninth inning, showcasing his potential as a dominant player at just 24 years old. The loss marked a significant moment in a challenging season for the Reds, who are now 10 games under.500 with two weeks remaining. Following this defeat, the team will look to regroup and finish the season strong.

• 3:38 AMYahoo Sports — At least Elly De La Cruz hit a baseball to Valhalla