Elly De La Cruz records 105.3 mph relay throw to retire Teoscar Hernández
Fox News • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 5:22 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Cincinnati Reds player Elly De La Cruz recorded a 105.3 mph relay throw to retire Teoscar Hernández at home plate. This defensive play ranks as the second-fastest outfield assist recorded by Statcast since 2015. The relay highlighted the defensive capabilities of the Cincinnati Reds during the recent game. De La Cruz has consistently drawn attention for his physical tools throughout the current season. Analysts and spectators noted the speed and accuracy of the throw as an outlier in professional baseball performance. No further details regarding the game outcome were provided in the report.
- •Elly De La Cruz recorded a 105.3 mph relay throw to home plate.
- •The play resulted in the retirement of runner Teoscar Hernández.
- •This throw is the second-fastest outfield assist recorded since 2015.
- •The event occurred during a recent game involving the Cincinnati Reds.
- 5:22 PMFox News — Reds superstar uncorks one of the fastest throws in MLB history to nail runner at home in epic relay - Fox News
"Cincinnati Reds star Elly De La Cruz unleashed a 105.3 mph relay throw to gun down Teoscar Hernández at home plate, the second-fastest outfield assist since 2015.
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