We had another runaway result yesterday, with the Reds’ most recent first round draft pick taking the number 3 spot in our prospect rankings. The infielder out of UCLA had a great start to his young career, so here’s to hoping he builds off of that in 2022. Another infielder joins the poll today so vote early and often, everyone!
Elly De La Cruz - SS/3B (19 years old)
2021 at a glance: .296/.336/.538 (.874 OPS) in 265 PA split between AZL Reds (Rookie League) and Daytona Tortugas (Low-A Southeast League)
Pros: Legit five-tool upside, elite power/speed combo with chance to stick at SS, switch-hitter, plus fielder
Cons: Swing and miss concerns (31.