A new trade proposal suggests the New York Yankees could acquire Cincinnati Reds All-Star shortstop Elly De La Cruz in a blockbuster deal centered around Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe. The proposal, published on November 8, 2026, outlines a package headlined by Volpe that would send the dynamic 22-year-old De La Cruz to the Bronx.
The speculative deal highlights the Reds' potential willingness to move their young star, who earned his first All-Star selection in 2026, in exchange for a major league-ready core piece in Volpe along with additional prospects. While purely hypothetical, the scenario underscores the high value both organizations place on young, controllable talent at premium positions.
