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Joey Votto's Sarcastic 'Yes' to Reds GM Job
19 Aug
Summary
- Votto humorously expressed interest in the Reds' GM position.
- He stated he's not motivated to travel for coaching roles.
- Votto previously discussed his Hall of Fame absence.
During a recent appearance on MLB Network's "MLB Now," former Cincinnati Reds great Joey Votto addressed inquiries about his potential future involvement with baseball. When prompted by host Brian Kenny about coaching or managing, Votto conveyed a lack of current motivation, explaining that such roles demand significant time, including extensive work in the minor leagues.
Votto's response shifted notably when the conversation turned to front office opportunities. In a moment that generated considerable buzz, Votto humorously stated, "Yeah, if they want to give me the Reds' job, I'll take it," specifically referencing the General Manager position. This lighthearted exchange follows other recent public discussions by Votto, including his explanation for never visiting the National Baseball Hall of Fame and his thoughts on potentially being underappreciated during his career in Cincinnati.
