Elly De La Cruz cranks 2 HRs, posts 7 RBI while using a ‘torpedo bat’ for the first time
The legend of the "torpedo bat" grows.Elly De La Cruz had what will surely stand as one of the best individual games of the 2025 MLB season Monday while leading the Cincinnati Reds to a 14-3 win over the Texas Rangers.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe third-year rising star finished Monday 4-for-5 at the plate with two home runs, seven RBI and a steal. It was a strong day at the office by any account, and it might or might not have come with an assist from his equipment.De La Cruz confirmed after the game that he played Monday with a "torpedo bat." It was the first time he had ever used one in a game.In case you've somehow missed it, the "torpedo bat" rocketed to stardom over the weekend when the Yankees launched 15 home runs in three games against the Brewers as more […]