Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz paid tribute to his older sister, Genelis, the best way he knew how on Sunday, June 1, launching one of the most emotional and memorable home runs of his career.

CINCINNATI — Elly De La Cruz's sister Genelis De La Cruz passed away on Saturday according to Hector Gomez of Z101 Digital in the Dominican Republic. She suffered from ongoing health problems according to Gomez.

Cincinnati Reds All-Star shortstop Elly De La Cruz endured an emotional Sunday as he chose to play one day after the death of his older sister, Genelis De La Cruz Sanchez. De La Cruz honored her memory with "RIP" written on his cleats and hat for the game against the host Chicago Cubs.