Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz not only played against the Chicago Cubs on Sunday after being informed about the death of his older sister, Genelis De La Cruz Sanchez, he also honored her memory both on his gear and with his play on the field.

Cincinnati Reds slugger Elly De La Cruz pointed to the sky after hitting a home run against the Chicago Cubs one day after the death of his older sister.

Cincinnati Reds SS Elly De La Cruz insisted on playing after learning of his sister's death. He went 2-for-3 with a home run.