Elly De La Cruz enters trade speculation as Reds struggle in season
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 4:25 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
As the MLB trade deadline approaches on August 3, Elly De La Cruz's name has surfaced in trade discussions, particularly with interest from teams like the Boston Red Sox. De La Cruz, 24, has been a key figure for the Cincinnati Reds since his debut in 2023, but the team's ongoing struggles raise questions about their future. If the Reds do not improve their performance, they risk losing a valuable asset in De La Cruz, whose contract runs through the 2029 season. De La Cruz remains focused on his play, emphasizing his desire to win rather than the speculation surrounding him.
- •Elly De La Cruz is a trade target for teams like the Red Sox.
- •His current contract with the Reds lasts until the end of the 2029 season.
- •De La Cruz has performed well since returning from injury, hitting.306 in July.
- •The Reds could face challenges in retaining De La Cruz amid ongoing roster issues.
- •He focuses on daily performance rather than trade rumors or future contracts.
- 4:25 AMYahoo Sports — Another lost season means clock ticks louder on Elly De La Cruz tenure
"Elly De La Cruz is in trade rumors now because teams like Boston are asking. It won't be long before talks get real if Reds don't fix the roster fast.
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