Elly De La Cruz, the rookie sensation for the Cincinnati Reds, continues to win fans in the Major Leagues and Baseball Hall of Famer and one of the most historic names on the diamond, David Ortiz, believes that the Dominican could be close to getting a weight contract in the big leagues.
Barely two months after her debut, Elly De La Cruz has captivated many and Ortiz himself is proud of what he has achieved, which is why he was even encouraged to give a figure for what could be an outstanding negotiation in the MLB market. .
In an interview for the journalist Yancen Pujols, Ortiz explained that the present of the young infielder is so good that if he belonged to the Reds management, he would already be thinking about a million-dollar contract renewal.
According to Red Sox legend, De La Cruz could receive a multi-year offer for up to $200 million..
“Don’t be surprised if Cincinnati comes along and gives $200 million (to Elly De La Cruz). Anytime to boot,” the former designated hitter said.
Ortiz has been delighted with what his Dominican countryman has shown since he debuted a couple of months ago and that they put him as one of the candidates to win the Rookie of the Year award, but he was cautious in assuring that he also has a large margin of success. improvement.
“That kid has incredible talent, but he has to keep making adjustments,” he added.
In less than 50 games played in the Big Top, the nickname La Cocoa accumulates an average of .269 with seven HRs, 17 stolen bases and 20 RBIs in 212 shiftsstanding out especially for his ability to run the bases.
In the event that he obtains a million-dollar extension, De La Cruz would join other Dominican figures who reached monstrous agreements, such as Fernando Tatis Jr. (14 seasons and $340 million dollars with San Diego Padres) or Wander Franco (11 seasons $ and $182 million with the Tampa Bay Rays.
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