Torrid run nets Votto Player of Week honors
(MLB.com Cincinnati Reds)

Fresh off being selected to his fifth career All-Star Game, Joey Votto was named the National League Player of the Week on Monday. The Reds` star first baseman, one of the best hitters in the league year in and year out, is having a typically impressive season at the plate. He entered Monday`s series opener against the Rockies hitting .317/.429/.621 with 23 home runs and 59 RBIs, while leading the NL with a 1.050 OPS and 56 walks.