Featured Columnist IVJune 15, 2024
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Elly De La Cruz is one among MLB’s most spectacular younger gamers. Simply ask Snoop Dogg.
The legendary hip-hop artist was within the broadcast sales space throughout a matchup between the Cincinnati Reds and Milwaukee Brewers and could not consider the athleticism and arm power De La Cruz confirmed off whereas fielding his place:
MLB @MLB
Snoop Dogg is AMAZED by Elly De La Cruz 👀 pic.twitter.com/cefAGsrOsG
Snoop Dogg, who was in Milwaukee to throw out the primary pitch, was wildly entertaining throughout his time broadcasting Saturday’s matchup:
Milwaukee Brewers @Brewers
One, two, three to the 4…@SnoopDogg is at your door 🎤 pic.twitter.com/vjKp18QUf5
97.3 The Recreation @TheGameMKE
The primary pitch thrown by the one and solely…@SnoopDogg. pic.twitter.com/KxXrinnA28
Milwaukee Brewers @Brewers
Milwaukee Brewers @Brewers
Right here is 2:34 of @SnoopDogg broadcasting baseball…
You are welcome pic.twitter.com/qvcmliQruW
Not a nasty first pitch from Snoop. And a hell of a efficiency within the sales space.
As for De La Cruz, the 22-year-old is hitting .232 this season with 11 homers, 30 RBI, 43 runs, a .749 OPS and an MLB-leading 34 stolen bases. Consistency has been a problem, as he additionally leads the massive leagues with 92 strikeouts, however his upside and star energy is plain.
In case you have Snoop Dogg singing your praises, you recognize you are heading in the right direction.
