MIAMI — Joey Votto is down to two donkeys for Zack Cozart and soon, Cozart will have his prize for being named to the 2017 All-Star Game in Miami.
Votto, who earlier this season promised Cozart a donkey if he made the All-Star team, has been doing his research on Cozart’s new pet.
“I think that it's down to a couple. More than anything, we're checking their personalities, their temperament, to see if they can handle Cincinnati fans,” Votto said during Monday’s All-Star Game media availability. “That's a variable, bringing that sucker onto the field and having him kick or spit or act out.