Overview

• Elly De La Cruz hit his second career grand slam during the Reds' 5-2 victory over the Pirates on April 12, 2025, breaking a scoreless tie in the third inning.
• The grand slam marked a key moment in De La Cruz's performance, signaling a potential turnaround after an early-season slump where he batted .153 in April.
• The game took place on a highly anticipated bobblehead promotion night, which featured two collectible designs of De La Cruz, drawing significant fan interest.
• Andrew Abbott made his season debut after returning from the injured list, pitching five effective innings and allowing only one run and two hits.
• The Reds secured their second consecutive series win, showcasing both offensive and pitching improvements early in the season.