Joey Votto grew up in Toronto. While the Blue Jays have been a summer diversion since 1977, hockey is the big game in town.
Votto is not a hockey fan. He did follow the World Cup when Sidney Crosby scored the winning goal but was not a huge fan growing up.
The Toronto Maple Leafs last won the Stanley Cup in 1966-67. At least the Blue Jays have two World Series crowns in 1992 and 1993.
The Reds and Votto host the Blue Jays on Friday beginning 15 straight games against American League opponents. Toronto comes to Cincinnati this weekend, the New York Yankees are in Cincinnati Monday night, Tuesday night and Wednesday afternoon. The Reds go to Baltimore to play in Camden Yards for the first time ever. The last time a Reds team was even in Baltimore was the 1970 World Series.
After a weekend in Baltimore, the Reds head to Tampa to play the Rays. They return home for a weekend against Cleveland.
Cincinnati Sports News and Commentary
About Me
- Gary Schatz
- I am a freelance writer. I've covered the Cincinnati Reds, Bengals and others since 1992. I have a background in sales as well. I've sold consumer electronics, advertising and consumer package goods for companies ranging from the now defunct Circuit City to Procter&Gamble. I have worked as a stats operator for Xavier University, the University of Cincinnati, the College of Mount St. Joe and Colerain High School.
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