The Cincinnati Reds are hitting home runs at what could be an historic rate. They are also giving them up at what may an historic rate. Which rate will rate the highest?
The Reds have hit 137 home runs this season, good for 11th in MLB. That ties them for fifth in the National League with the Chicago Cubs. The Cubs, though, are atop the NL Central, while the Reds are at the bottom.
This ranking is powered by first baseman Joey Votto. The perennial MVP candidate is 8th in MLB in home runs. He also ranked third in the NL in home runs.