ESPN MLB reports: Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz -- who has been sidelined since June 1 due to a right hamstring strain -- is expected to begin a rehab assignment on Thursday and could return to Cincinnati's lineup as early as June 23 if all goes well.
sports | mlb | ESPN MLB | June 17, 2026 1:51 AM
Reds SS De La Cruz set for rehab assignment
Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz -- who has been sidelined since June 1 due to a right hamstring strain -- is expected to begin a rehab assignment on Thursday and could return to Cincinnati's lineup as early as June 23 if all goes well.
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