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Donkey up, Joe: Cozart selected as All-Star starter, Votto as reserve

They’ll have a lot of time to talk about donkeys in Miami.

Before the 2017 season, Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto promised a donkey to Zack Cozart if the shortstop could make the All-Star team. On Sunday, the pair was selected to represent the Reds on the National League All-Star Team, Cozart as the starter at shortstop and Votto as a reserve. The game will be played July 11 in Miami.

Now it’s time to pony (or donkey) up, and Votto said he’s already been in touch with his dealer.

“He doesn’t have a phone.