Elly De La Cruz Learning Japanese to Connect with Shohei Ohtani at All-Star Game

The Cincinnati Reds' rising star aims to bridge language barriers to communicate with the Dodgers' two-way phenom.

De La Cruz is attending his first MLB All-Star Game after just over a year in the majors.
He has significantly improved his English and is now attempting to learn Japanese.
Shohei Ohtani, recovering from a torn UCL, will start as designated hitter for the National League.
De La Cruz hopes to exchange words with Ohtani, showcasing his dedication to language learning.
The 2024 MLB All-Star Game will be held on July 16 at Globe Life Field in Texas.