Joey Votto Returns with a Bang to Lead Red-Hot Reds

Joey Votto homered and drove in three runs in his first game back from injury to help the Reds win their ninth straight game and take over first place in the NL Central.
Votto received a standing ovation in his first at-bat and hit a home run, ending a 22 at-bat hitless streak.
The Reds won 5-4 and have the longest winning streak in Major League Baseball this season.
Votto's teammates praised his leadership and ability to make the lineup much more formidable.
Votto finished 2-for-3 with a walk and is expected to continue starting for the surging Reds.