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Reds Aim for Repeat Playoff Run with Greene & De La Cruz
24 Mar
Summary
- Hunter Greene targets playoff return after elbow surgery.
- Elly De La Cruz projected for 40/50 season and MVP award.
- Front office poised for deadline moves to boost playoff chances.
The Cincinnati Reds are anticipated to return to the playoffs, with expectations of advancing beyond the first round for the first time since 1995. Pitcher Hunter Greene, recovering from elbow surgery to remove bone spurs, is expected to be ready for the playoff chase and the postseason itself, aiming to leverage his dominant potential on a national stage.
Elly De La Cruz is poised for a significant year, having reported to camp stronger. With improved physical conditioning and support from teammates Matt McLain and Eugenio Suárez, De La Cruz is projected to achieve at least a 40/50 season in home runs and stolen bases, potentially winning his first MVP award.
Savvy front office moves are expected at the trade deadline, similar to past successful acquisitions. Management, with ownership support, plans to address team needs, whether in the outfield or bullpen, to capitalize on early-season success and bolster the roster for a sustained playoff push.
