Centenary University

2022 (Freshman): Appeared in nine games and made four starts during his rookie campaign ... was used primarily as a pitcher but also made one start as the designated hitter ... posted a 6.06 ERA in 16.1 innings of work ... threw a season-high 3.2 innings of work in a game twice ... recorded 14 strikeouts on the year ... had a season-best four strikeouts in a game three times ... held a three opponents to two runs or less ... recorded a walk in the game where he was the designated hitter.

At Eastside H.S.: Was a pitcher and outfielder for Coach Rafael Rojas ... had 18 strikeouts in five games on the mound ... had 21 hits and 24 RBIs at the plate.

Personal: Son of Nereyda Hernandez and Elpidio de la Cruz ... has one brother, Yoquerbin ... career goal is to become a coach ... lists MLB player, Juan Soto as the person he admires most ... favorite thing to eat is Dominican food ... dream vacation location would be Hawaii ... most memorable experience was getting to play baseball in high school ... majoring in sport management.