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Foul Ball by Reds' De La Cruz Smashes Teammate Greene's SUV Window

During a spring training session, Elly De La Cruz's foul ball hit Hunter Greene's luxury SUV, sparking a humorous exchange over who should cover the damages.

  • During a live batting practice session at the Cincinnati Reds spring training, Elly De La Cruz hit a foul ball that smashed the rear driver's side window of teammate Hunter Greene's luxury SUV.
  • Hunter Greene, who was pitching to De La Cruz at the time, joked that De La Cruz would have to pay for the damages, to which De La Cruz quipped back, citing Greene's higher salary.
  • Greene is in the midst of a six-year, $53 million contract with the Reds, while De La Cruz, who made his major league debut last season, is earning $720,000 per year.
  • Both players took the incident in stride, sharing light-hearted comments and photos on social media, highlighting their camaraderie despite the mishap.
  • The incident has become a notable moment of the Reds' spring training, reflecting both the risks of parking close to a baseball facility and the playful dynamics within the team.
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