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June 20 – Joey Votto homered in his second at-bat of the season, then later hit a go-ahead, two-run single while leading the Cincinnati Reds to their ninth straight win, a 5-4 decision over the visiting Colorado Rockies on Monday night.
Votto, a six-time All-Star, came back from left shoulder and biceps surgeries last year to play his first major league game since Aug. 16, 2022.
The crowd gave him a standing ovation during warmups and chanted his name following a long homer to right field in the fifth inning that gave the Reds a 3-1 lead. Votto’s single to center in the sixth put Cincinnati up 5-4.
After drawing a walk in the eighth, Votto came out for a pinch runner to another ovation.
One day after picking up his first career save, Alex Young (1-0) recorded the final out of a three-run sixth to earn the win.
Alexis Diaz pitched out of a first-and-third jam with no outs in the ninth for his 19th save in as many chances this year. He has 24 straight saves dating back to last August, the longest active streak in the majors.
The Reds moved a season-high three games over .500. Before Saturday, Cincinnati hadn’t been above .500 since the season’s first week.
Elias Diaz had a solo homer and an RBI single while Jorge Alfaro had a pair of doubles for the Rockies, who lost their sixth straight and fell to 2-6 on their 10-game road trip.
Cincinnati took a 2-0 lead on solo home runs from Kevin Newman leading off the first and Nick Senzel in the second. Both blasts came against Austin Gomber (4-7).
After a long homer to left by Elias Diaz off Cincinnati starter Brandon Williamson in the fourth, Votto launched a homer to right in the fifth. He took a curtain call for the crowd, wearing the celebratory Viking helmet and cape that are seen following a Reds homer.
The Rockies rallied with four straight hits to open the sixth, including singles by Randal Grichuk and Ryan McMahon that knocked Williamson out of the game.
Elias Diaz hit an RBI single to right field against reliever Buck Farmer to cut Cincinnati’s lead to 3-2. Alfaro doubled home McMahon, and Nolan Jones walked to load the bases. Farmer struck out the next two batters before Young entered and walked pinch hitter Mike Moustakas to force home the go-ahead run.
In the bottom of the sixth, with the crowd chanting “Joey, Joey,” and the bases loaded, Votto came through against reliever Jake Bird with a sharp two-run single up the middle to restore Cincinnati’s lead.
–Field Level Media
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Deion Sanders made a powerful entrance at Colorado, dramatically transforming the team through the transfer portal. He brought in his sons and several top players to join the Buffaloes, significantly boosting the program’s profile. The “Prime Effect” was immediate and caused waves. Colorado quickly became the talk of college football, starting the season with a stunning upset against No. 17 TCU and following it up with wins against Nebraska and Colorado State.
However, the initial momentum faced a harsh reality check. As the season progressed, Colorado encountered the stiff competition of the Pac-12, resulting in a series of losses. The team finished with a 4-8 record, losing its final six games. Despite the tough finish, Sanders has remained steadfast in his commitment to Colorado, asserting his intention to stay for the long haul. Nevertheless, many believe that opportunities elsewhere will always tempt him.
One of Sanders’ early mentors, Former Dallas Cowboys and Oklahoma Sooners head coach Barry Switzer, believes that Sanders would eventually leave Colorado for a position that better suits him.
“Deion is going to go where it fits Deion,” Switzer remarked on OutKick’s podcast with Dan Dakich.
He acknowledged that while Sanders might be trying to establish himself at Colorado, coaches typically seek the best fit for themselves. Reflecting on his own career, Switzer noted that even in his prime years at Oklahoma, there was always a sense of looking for better opportunities.
“I don’t say he is tied to Colorado; he is going to try and establish himself there, but Deion is going to go what fits Deion, and I understand. All coaches do that. I did it when I was at Oklahoma. Hell, I had one of the best jobs in the country when I was here in the ‘70s and ’80s. I wasn’t going anywhere. I wished they paid me more, but it was a different time and a different era.”
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Rumors have already linked Sanders to potential openings, notably to replace Lincoln Riley at USC after the 2024 season. This speculation is fueled by the likelihood that his sons, Shedeur and Shilo Sanders, will declare for the NFL Draft, making a transition to professional coaching more appealing.
Despite the rumors and potential opportunities, Sanders has expressed a clear preference for staying in the college game. In a January conversation with Robert Griffin III, Sanders stated he has no desire to coach in the NFL. He explained his reasoning and said the challenge of motivating professional players who are already well-compensated. Sanders highlighted his passion for shaping young athletes in college, appreciating the influence he can have on their development both on and off the field.
“I love the college game,” Sanders said. “I love still having influence on the minds and the games of these young men. I love shaping them and molding them. I couldn’t do that on the next level.”
While the future remains uncertain, Deion Sanders’ impact at Colorado and his dedication to college football are undeniable.
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