De La Cruz blends power and speed with a dominant righty-batter profile, posting a robust OBP and OPS against RH pitching. His floor is high due to a fearsome power-speed combo, and his success against right-handers supports a strong DK price point in this slate’s varied lineups.

De La Cruz drew the intentional walk, advancing the loaded bases scenario that preceded Hays’ walk-off. As a dynamic rookie, his presence in CIN’s lineup adds significant upside for late-game production and multi-category fantasy value.

De La Cruz drew intentional walks in the crucial 10th-inning setup, underscoring his draw as a table-setter and threat in high-leverage spots. His treatment at the basepaths and in the batter’s box signals continued impact on the Reds’ mid-to-late order for fantasy rosters seeking multi-position eligibility and stolen-base potential.

De La Cruz was intentionally walked to load the bases in the 10th, setting up Cincinnati’s dramatic finish. The move underscored his threat and the Reds’ willingness to leverage him to open space for Hays’ game-winning hit.

De La Cruz committed a ninth-inning error that briefly reshaped the late-game dynamics, illustrating the high-variance profile of rookies or young players. His bat-driven upside remains prominent, but the defensive hiccup underscores a risk-reward profile for fantasy managers.