# Elly De La Cruz hits 30th home run

> De La Cruz secures Reds' 4th 30-30 season.
- Title: Elly De La Cruz hits 30th home run · Mlb | Shortify
- Summary: De La Cruz secures Reds' 4th 30-30 season. Elly De La Cruz becomes fourth Reds player to reach 30 home runs and 30 stolen bases in a single season.
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- Source: Mlb — https://mlb.com/news/elly-de-la-cruz-notches-reds-4th-30-30-season
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## Elly De La Cruz
Elly De La Cruz, a 24-year-old shortstop for the Reds, became the fourth player in franchise history to hit 30 home runs and 30 stolen bases.
## 30-30 season milestone
De La Cruz achieved his first season of 30 home runs and 30 stolen bases during a 6-5 loss to the Blue Jays.
## 30th stolen base
De La Cruz stole his 30th base on a two-run double in the top of the third inning.
## Historic achievement
De La Cruz joined three Reds Hall of Famers in becoming the fourth player to hit 30 home runs and 30 stolen bases.
## 2024 season
In 2024, De La Cruz hit 25 home runs with a Major League-leading 67 stolen bases.
## 2025 season
De La Cruz played 162 games in 2025 but was hampered by a left quadriceps strain.
## 2026 outlook
De La Cruz is expected to become a superstar with consistent performance and a focus on improving as a right-handed hitter.
## Key takeaway

Elly De La Cruz becomes fourth Reds player to reach 30 home runs and 30 stolen bases in a single season.