Elly De La Cruz had a single, double and two home runs for a career-high seven RBIs, Brady Singer pitched seven scoreless innings in his Cincinnati debut, and the Reds routed the Texas Rangers 14-3 on Monday night.

The third-year rising star finished Monday 4 of 5 at the plate with two home runs, seven RBI and a steal. It was a strong day at the office by any account that may or may not have come with an assist from his equipment. De La Cruz confirmed after the game that he played Monday with a torpedo bat. It was the first time he's ever used one in a game.