Every so often in a season such as this, Joey Votto has to pause, ponder the sky and say what the (heck). Doesn’t he?
Look at the first 47 games of this year and last year’s 162, then compare them to what Votto did in 2017. If you’re wondering what the deal is, imagine what Votto is wondering.
He’s conscientious in all things, diligent in his preparation and utterly faithful that his good work and diligence will conspire across the long, hot summer to produce the hitter he used to be.