Elly De La Cruz’s Heartfelt Words to Matt McLain Leave Reds Fans Emotional
Cincinnati, September 7, 2025 Wins and losses may come and go, but this weekend, Cincinnati Reds fans were moved by something far deeper than the final score. The spotlight shined on Elly De La Cruz, who shared a touching message for teammate and close friend Matt McLain that quickly captured the hearts of Reds Nation.
“True friends are never apart,” De La Cruz said with sincerity. “Maybe in distance, but never in heart.”
The statement carried special weight as McLain continues working through injuries that have kept him sidelined at different times. De La Cruz’s words reminded everyone that their connection is built on more than baseball it’s a friendship defined by loyalty, respect, and unbreakable support.
Fans immediately flooded social media, praising the message as “beautiful,” “pure brotherhood,” and even “the most powerful moment of the year.” Many noted how refreshing it is to see teammates uplift each other not just as athletes, but as family.
On a team brimming with young talent and promise, the relationship between De La Cruz and McLain represents something greater than stats: a bond rooted in trust, love, and a shared future.
As one fan perfectly summed it up: “When Elly speaks from the heart, the whole of Reds Nation feels it.”
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