John Fay

Elly De La Cruz in run at third. Loudest ovation I’ve heard for a pinch-runner since, well, Billy Hamilton. #reds

D-Backs pitching coach Brent Strom mentioned before the game that between the minors and majors, base stealers are 31-for-31 stealing third against Pfaadt and 52-of-57 stealing second. #Reds’ problem? Zero base runners since the first.

Elly and Joey Show send Reds to their 12th straight fayonthereds.com/2023/06/23/ell…

Asked for a comparison to Cruz, Votto said:

"Has there ever been -- and this is extreme -- a better switch-hitting, speed/power guy? The only comp I can think of is Mickey Mantle, a young Mickey Mantle. That's unfair to Elly in with one of the greatest players, but. . . ” #red